Tobacco Branch Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyGraham
Nearest CityBryson City
River/StreamTobacco Branch
Coordinates35.38670, -83.63560

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height22 ft
Dam Length204 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage48 acre-ft
Max Storage48 acre-ft
Normal Storage15 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge2,106 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerTobacco Branch Property Owners Association
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection01/23/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC02645
Federal IDNC02645
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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