Sassafras Ridge Dam

North Carolina — Jackson County

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyJackson
Coordinates35.10570, -83.04830

Physical Characteristics

NID Height33 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length201 ft
NID Storage9 acre-ft
Max Storage9 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition Assessment—
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMay 2, 2007
Inspection Frequency

Dam Information

Year Completed—
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerDavid L Cunningham
Other NameCashiers Dam

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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