J. L. Fennell Dam

Significant HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyMacon
Nearest CityFontana Lake
River/StreamYounce Creek
Coordinates35.23390, -83.49550

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height30 ft
Dam Length125 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage10 acre-ft
Max Storage10 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerNancy F Fennell
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection03/17/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC03344
Federal IDNC03344
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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