The Wilds Dam

Significant HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyTransylvania
Nearest CityLake Toxaway
River/StreamToxaway River
Coordinates35.08600, -82.86750

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height45 ft
Dam Length285 ft
Year Completed1969 (57 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage110 acre-ft
Max Storage110 acre-ft
Normal Storage78 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerThe Wilds Christian Association, Inc.
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection03/15/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC01385
Federal IDNC01385
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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