Grandfather Mountain Dam
North Carolina — Avery County — Linville River
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Avery |
| River | Linville River |
| Coordinates | 36.09660, -81.85390 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 50 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| NID Storage | 625 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 625 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | March 22, 2022 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1964 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Grandfather Golf & Country Club |
| Other Name | Loch Dornie Dam |
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.