Sapphire Valley Golf Course Dam

North Carolina — Jackson County — Mud Creek

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyJackson
RiverMud Creek
Coordinates35.11700, -83.03200

Physical Characteristics

NID Height22 ft
Dam Height
Dam Length160 ft
NID Storage15 acre-ft
Max Storage15 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentUnsatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionFebruary 22, 2024
Inspection Frequency

Dam Information

Year Completed—
Primary PurposeRecreation
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypePrivate
OwnerSapphire Resort Enterprises, Inc.
Other NameMud Creek Dam

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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.

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