Hemlock Lake Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyTransylvania
Nearest CitySherwood Forest
River/StreamMorgan Creek
Coordinates35.14400, -82.68990

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeConcrete
NID Height25 ft
Dam Length100 ft
Year Completed1937 (89 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage40 acre-ft
Max Storage40 acre-ft
Normal Storage37 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerSherwood Forest Property Owners Association
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection11/15/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC00191
Federal IDNC00191
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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