Laurel Lake Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyTransylvania
Nearest CityBoylston
River/StreamSutton Creek
Coordinates35.30965, -82.67008

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height45 ft
Dam Length312 ft
Year Completed1963 (63 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage166 acre-ft
Max Storage166 acre-ft
Normal Storage104 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerLaurel Lake Maintenance Corporation
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection04/28/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC00195
Federal IDNC00195
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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