Tynecastle Dam
North Carolina, Avery County, Watauga River
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Avery |
| River | Watauga River |
| Coordinates | 36.12100, -81.83500 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 49 ft |
| Dam Height | - |
| Dam Length | 436 ft |
| NID Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | October 7, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | - |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1971 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Robert C Schwebke |
| Other Name | Inver Lochy Dam |
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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.