Pyle Dam

North Carolina — Macon County — Potts Branch

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyMacon
RiverPotts Branch
Coordinates35.26730, -83.42150

Physical Characteristics

NID Height28 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length192 ft
NID Storage28 acre-ft
Max Storage28 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMarch 25, 2025
Inspection Frequency

Dam Information

Year Completed1977
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerHonelowee Estates Owners Association, Inc.

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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.

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