Pied Piper Dam Lower, located in the picturesque town of Hiawassee Village in Cherokee County, North Carolina, is a privately owned recreational dam completed in 1975.
Wind
Humidity
With a hydraulic height of 36 feet and a structural height of 41 feet, the dam serves the primary purpose of recreation, offering a serene spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy the beauty of the surrounding Persimmon Creek-Tr river.
Despite its scenic appeal, Pied Piper Dam Lower poses a high hazard potential and has been assessed to be in poor condition as of July 2017. The dam has a storage capacity of 65 acre-feet and a drainage area of 139 square miles, making it an important structure for water management in the region. However, with its last inspection in 2017 and a frequency of every 2 years, there are concerns about its long-term safety and maintenance.
As part of the Dam Safety Program regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality, the dam is subject to state jurisdiction, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. With its proximity to the Nashville District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Pied Piper Dam Lower plays a crucial role in the local water resource infrastructure while also providing a recreational outlet for visitors to enjoy the natural beauty of the area.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
270 |
River Or Stream |
Persimmon Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
36 |
Drainage Area |
139 |
Nid Storage |
65 |
Structural Height |
41 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
41 |
Ocoee River At Copperhill
|
301cfs |
Valley River At Tomotla
|
268cfs |
Toccoa River Near Dial
|
279cfs |
Nottely River Near Blairsville
|
115cfs |
Tellico River At Tellico Plains
|
178cfs |
Cartecay River Near Ellijay
|
181cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Poteete Creek
|
||
Hanging Dog
|
||
Morganton Point
|
||
Morganton Point Campground
|