Sapphire Lower Dam
North Carolina — Transylvania County — Horsepasture River
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Transylvania |
| River | Horsepasture River |
| Coordinates | 35.10310, -82.97220 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 35 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 245 ft |
| NID Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | March 28, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1993 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Burlingame Property Owners Association |
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.