Tarheel Lake Dam
North Carolina — Transylvania County — Morgan Creek
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Transylvania |
| River | Morgan Creek |
| Coordinates | 35.13370, -82.68260 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 23 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| NID Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | January 2, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | — |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Sherwood Forest 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.