Capitola
North Carolina — Madison County — French Broad
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Madison |
| River | French Broad |
| Coordinates | 35.79477, -82.68112 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 9 ft |
| Dam Height | 9 ft |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| NID Storage | 205 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 205 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Not Required |
| Last Inspection | July 12, 2018 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1910 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Owner | French Broad Electric Membership Corporation |
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.