Ridgecrest Pond Dam
North Carolina, Buncombe County, Swannanoa River
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Buncombe |
| River | Swannanoa River |
| Coordinates | 35.63070, -82.28000 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 78 ft |
| Dam Height | - |
| Dam Length | 287 ft |
| NID Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | December 12, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | - |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | - |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Ridgecrest Conference Center |
| Other Name | Ridgecrest Reservoir Lake |
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.