Swiss Pine Lake Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyMitchell
Nearest CitySpruce Pine
River/StreamGraveyard Creek
Coordinates35.89460, -82.07660

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height35 ft
Dam Length750 ft
Year Completed1961 (65 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage124 acre-ft
Max Storage124 acre-ft
Normal Storage87 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,400 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerSwiss Pine Lake Community Association
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection12/16/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC00282
Federal IDNC00282
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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