Laurel Lake Dam

North Carolina — Jackson County — Horsepasture River

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyJackson
RiverHorsepasture River
Coordinates35.11960, -83.08100

Physical Characteristics

NID Height27 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length225 ft
NID Storage50 acre-ft
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionFebruary 28, 2025
Inspection Frequency

Dam Information

Year Completed—
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerLaurel Lake Association, 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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