Wildcat Lake Dam
North Carolina — Avery County — Wildcat Creek
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Avery |
| River | Wildcat Creek |
| Coordinates | 36.14890, -81.88180 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 36 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | — |
| NID Storage | 202 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 202 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | — |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | April 2, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1920 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Lees-McRae College, 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.