Old Blowing Rock Water Supply Dam
North Carolina — Watauga County — Flat Top Branch
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Watauga |
| River | Flat Top Branch |
| Coordinates | 36.14310, -81.67200 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 34 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| NID Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | October 3, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1958 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Town of Blowing Rock |
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.