Cataloochee Ski Slope Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyHaywood
Nearest CityMaggie Valley
River/StreamUT to Hemphill Creek
Coordinates35.56220, -83.09300

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height39 ft
Dam Length180 ft
Year Completed1998 (28 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage15 acre-ft
Max Storage15 acre-ft
Normal Storage13 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge413 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeIrrigation
OwnerPhoenix Ski Corporation
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection04/01/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC02999
Federal IDNC02999
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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