Dams in Ashe County, North Carolina
11Total Dams
9High Hazard
2Significant
Dam Safety in Ashe County, North Carolina
Ashe County has 11 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 9 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life. Another 2 carry a significant hazard classification. Currently, 4 dams have a condition assessment of poor or unsatisfactory.
The average dam in Ashe County is 44 years old. The most common purpose is recreation. The tallest dam is Ashe Lake Dam at 50 ft.
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Data note: Hazard potential describes the consequences if a dam failed; it does not predict the likelihood of failure. Inspection, condition, and emergency-plan fields can be incomplete or delayed. Check state dam-safety officials and local emergency managers for official guidance.
| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashe Lake Dam | High | Poor | 50 | Recreation | 1955 |
| Headwaters Dam | High | Fair | 47 | Recreation | 2001 |
| Fleetwood Falls Lake Dam | High | Fair | 32 | Recreation | |
| Indian Lake Dam | High | Fair | 28 | Recreation | |
| Long Hope Club Dam | High | Poor | 24 | Recreation | |
| Flat Rock Pond Dam | High | Fair | 22 | Recreation | |
| Charles Harris Dam | High | Unsatisfactory | 22 | Fish and Wildlife Pond | 1950 |
| Gimlin Dam | High | Poor | 17 | Recreation | |
| Hefley Dam | High | Fair | 0 | Recreation | |
| Moravian Camp Lake Dam | Significant | Fair | 42 | Recreation | |
| Mash Dam | Significant | Not Rated | 20 | Recreation | 2021 |