Ross Creek Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyBuncombe
River/StreamRoss Creek
Coordinates35.59502, -82.53049

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeRockfill
NID Height28 ft
Dam Length153 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage15 acre-ft
Max Storage15 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerNC Department of Transportation
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection05/18/2009
Emergency Action PlanNo

Identifiers

NID IDNC01918
Federal IDNC01918
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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