Hogback Dam, also known as Little Hogback Dam, is a private dam located in Sapphire, North Carolina, along Little Hogback Creek.
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Completed in 1960, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 42.5 feet with a hydraulic height of 38.5 feet. It serves primarily for recreation purposes, offering a surface area of 23 acres and a normal storage capacity of 299 acre-feet.
Managed by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, Hogback Dam is state-regulated, inspected, and enforced to ensure public safety. Despite being classified with a high hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment as of March 2021 is considered fair. Regular inspections are conducted, with the last one occurring in March 2021, to monitor the dam's integrity and address any maintenance needs promptly.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management of dams and their impact on local ecosystems will find Hogback Dam a noteworthy case study. With its location in a picturesque setting in Jackson County, North Carolina, this dam provides both recreational opportunities and vital water storage capabilities, highlighting the importance of proper maintenance and regulatory oversight in ensuring the safety and sustainability of water infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
340 |
River Or Stream |
Little Hogback Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
23 |
Hydraulic Height |
38.5 |
Drainage Area |
2 |
Nid Storage |
391 |
Structural Height |
42.5 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
43 |
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Wintergreen Campsite
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Bearcamp Creek Campsite
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Indian Camp Campsite
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Buck Fields
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Bear Creek Campsite
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Heath Pine Ridge Campsite
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