Fontana Dam
North Carolina, Graham County, LITTLE TENNESSEE RIVER
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Graham |
| River | LITTLE TENNESSEE RIVER |
| Coordinates | 35.45260, -83.80477 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 480 ft |
| Dam Height | 455 ft |
| Dam Length | 2,365 ft |
| NID Storage | 1,552,689 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,552,689 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10,290 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Not Available |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | February 15, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1.25 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1944 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Owner | TVA |
| Other Name | Fontana Lake |
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.