Thorpe
North Carolina — Jackson County — West Fork Tuckasegee River
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Jackson |
| River | West Fork Tuckasegee River |
| Coordinates | 35.19727, -83.15476 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 150 ft |
| Dam Height | 150 ft |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| NID Storage | 67,100 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 67,100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,462 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | October 27, 2021 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1941 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Owner | Duke Energy |
| Other Name | Glenville |
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.