Burgess Lake Dam
North Carolina — Jackson County — Cullowhee Creek
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Jackson |
| River | Cullowhee Creek |
| Coordinates | 35.44680, -83.32870 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 25 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 255 ft |
| NID Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Unsatisfactory |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | March 5, 2021 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | — |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | John L Burgess |
Location Map
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.