Lake Tomahawk Dam
North Carolina, Buncombe County, Tomahawk Branch
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Buncombe |
| River | Tomahawk Branch |
| Coordinates | 35.61740, -82.32900 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 22 ft |
| Dam Height | - |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| NID Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | March 10, 2026 |
| Inspection Frequency | - |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1935 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Town of Black Mountain Public Works & Sanitation |
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.