Mother Earth Dam Upper
North Carolina — Transylvania County — Gash Creek
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Transylvania |
| River | Gash Creek |
| Coordinates | 35.30730, -82.64470 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 33 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 120 ft |
| NID Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | March 4, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | — |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Jane Shuttleworth |
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.