Wilkes Dam

North Carolina — Henderson County — North Pacolet River

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyHenderson
RiverNorth Pacolet River
Coordinates35.21730, -82.36780

Physical Characteristics

NID Height28 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length130 ft
NID Storage15 acre-ft
Max Storage15 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionApril 9, 2014
Inspection Frequency

Dam Information

Year Completed—
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerSaluda Community Land Trust, Inc.

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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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