Beech Mountain Water Supply Dam
North Carolina — Watauga County — Buckeye Creek
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Watauga |
| River | Buckeye Creek |
| Coordinates | 36.21970, -81.90730 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 68 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 293 ft |
| NID Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | October 3, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1987 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Town of Beech Mountain |
| Other Name | Buckeye Lake 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.