Sapphire Valley Golf Course Dam

High HazardUnsatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyJackson
Nearest CitySapphire
River/StreamMud Creek
Coordinates35.11700, -83.03200

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height22 ft
Dam Length160 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage15 acre-ft
Max Storage15 acre-ft
Normal Storage2 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerSapphire Resort Enterprises, Inc.
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentUnsatisfactory
Last Inspection02/22/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC03178
Federal IDNC03178
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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