Deer Lake Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyTransylvania
Nearest CityBrevard
River/StreamLambo Creek
Coordinates35.25090, -82.72890

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height31 ft
Dam Length440 ft
Year Completed1922 (104 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage69 acre-ft
Max Storage69 acre-ft
Normal Storage36 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerDeerlake Village Community Association
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection12/19/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC00193
Federal IDNC00193
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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