Bryson
North Carolina — Swain County — Oconaluftee
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Swain |
| River | Oconaluftee |
| Coordinates | 35.44553, -83.37494 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 45 ft |
| Dam Height | 45 ft |
| Dam Length | 341 ft |
| NID Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 43 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | October 19, 2021 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1925 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Multi-Arch |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Northbrook Carolina Hydro II, LLC |
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.