Hertz Dam

North Carolina — Jackson County — W. Fork Tuckasegee River

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyJackson
RiverW. Fork Tuckasegee River
Coordinates35.18060, -83.12340

Physical Characteristics

NID Height23 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length300 ft
NID Storage10 acre-ft
Max Storage10 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMarch 17, 2025
Inspection Frequency

Dam Information

Year Completed—
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerBear Valley Farm, LLC

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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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