Cold Springs Saddle Club Dam, located in Macon, North Carolina, on Big Creek, is a privately owned recreational dam completed in 1976.
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With a hydraulic height of 11.4 feet and a structural height of 16 feet, the dam holds a maximum storage capacity of 85 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 41 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is for recreation, offering a surface area of 13.3 acres for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy various activities.
Despite its fair condition assessment and significant hazard potential, Cold Springs Saddle Club Dam is regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, ensuring regular inspections and enforcement of safety measures. With a last inspection date in February 2020 and an inspection frequency of every two years, the dam remains under state jurisdiction and permitting, highlighting the commitment to maintaining its integrity for both public safety and environmental preservation. As a vital water resource in the region, the dam plays a crucial role in water management and conservation efforts in the area.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Length |
176 |
River Or Stream |
Big Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
11.4 |
Drainage Area |
832 |
Nid Storage |
85 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
16 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Van Hook Glade
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Van Hook Glade Campground
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Blue Valley Camp
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Blue Valley Dispersed Camping
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Ralph Andrews County Park
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Burrells Ford
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Ga/Nc State Line To 2 Miles Downriver
1/4 Mile Below Walhalla Fish Hatchery To Boundary Of Chattooga Wsr
Burrels Ford to Lick Log Branch (Section 1)
Headwaters To Sloan'S Bridge Crossing, Crossing Of Sc 107
1/4 Mile Above The Walhalla Fish Hatchery To 1/4 Mile Below The Walhalla Fish Hatchery
Sloan'S Bridge Crossing To 1/4 Mile Above The Walhalla Fish Hatchery