Waynesville Water Supply Dam
High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Haywood |
| Nearest City | Hazelwood |
| River/Stream | Allen Creek |
| Coordinates | 35.42510, -83.00960 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 142 ft |
| Dam Length | 870 ft |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 3,660 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 3,660 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 76 acres |
| Drainage Area | 13 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 18,878 cfs |
| Spillway Type | Uncontrolled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Owner | Town of Waynesville |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| Last Inspection | 04/01/2025 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |