Laurel Lake Dam

North Carolina — Transylvania County — Sutton Creek

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyTransylvania
RiverSutton Creek
Coordinates35.30965, -82.67009

Physical Characteristics

NID Height45 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length312 ft
NID Storage166 acre-ft
Max Storage166 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionApril 28, 2025
Inspection Frequency

Dam Information

Year Completed1963
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerLaurel Lake Maintenance Corporation
Other NameMcgaha 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.

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