Bryson City Water Supply Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountySwain
Nearest CityBryson City
River/StreamLands Creek
Coordinates35.46490, -83.46700

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height75 ft
Dam Length275 ft
Year Completed1977 (49 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage78 acre-ft
Max Storage78 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge2,128 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerTown of Bryson City
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection12/13/2023
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC01353
Federal IDNC01353
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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