Sapphire Lakes G & T Dam #1
North Carolina — Transylvania County — Horsepasture River
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Transylvania |
| River | Horsepasture River |
| Coordinates | 35.10950, -82.98150 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 50 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| NID Storage | 390 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 390 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | January 24, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1984 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Burlingame Country Club, Inc. |
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.