Koa Campground Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyWilkes
Nearest CityWilbar
River/StreamS. Fork Reddies River
Coordinates36.27551, -81.34638

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height58 ft
Dam Length345 ft
Year Completed1973 (53 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage324 acre-ft
Max Storage324 acre-ft
Normal Storage190 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge100 cfs
Spillway TypeNone

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerForest Lands Holding, Inc.
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection10/03/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC00215
Federal IDNC00215
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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