White Oak Creek Dam, located in Nantahala, Macon County, North Carolina, is a gravity dam primarily used for hydroelectric purposes.
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Completed in 1942, the dam stands at a height of 16 feet with a length of 115 feet, providing a storage capacity of 126,000 acre-feet and covering a surface area of 1605 acres. The dam's spillway, featuring a controlled type with a width of 107 feet, ensures safe discharge during peak flow periods.
Managed by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, White Oak Creek Dam has a low hazard potential and is inspected regularly to ensure its structural integrity. The dam's risk assessment categorizes it as very high (1), emphasizing the importance of ongoing risk management measures. Although the condition assessment is not currently available, emergency action plans are in place to address any potential threats or incidents, with the last revision of the EAP completed in December 2020. Overall, White Oak Creek Dam serves as a crucial infrastructure for water resource management and renewable energy generation in the region.
Year Completed |
1942 |
Dam Length |
115 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
White Oak Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Surface Area |
1605 |
Nid Storage |
126000 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Rock |
Nid Height |
16 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Appletree Group Campground
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Appletree Group Camp
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Wine Spring Campsite
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Ledbetter Creek Camp
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Lost Mine Camp Ground
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Moore Creek Camp
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