Town of Sylva Water Supply Dam
North Carolina — Jackson County — Dills Branch
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Jackson |
| River | Dills Branch |
| Coordinates | 35.40870, -83.19920 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 29 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 560 ft |
| NID Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | March 10, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1973 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Town of Sylva |
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.