Wildwood Mountain Dam is a privately owned structure located in Macon, North Carolina, near the city of Highlands.
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Situated on the Big Creek, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 25 feet with a hydraulic height of 22.9 feet. The dam's primary purpose is recreation, offering a surface area of 2 acres and a normal storage capacity of 20 acre-feet. Despite its recreational benefits, Wildwood Mountain Dam poses a high hazard potential and has been assessed as unsatisfactory in condition as of the last inspection in April 2020.
The dam is regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (NCDEQ), specifically the Dam Safety Program. It is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement, ensuring that safety measures are in place to protect downstream areas in case of emergencies. The dam's hazard potential underscores the importance of proper risk management and emergency preparedness, though details regarding an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and risk assessment are currently unavailable. With its location in a picturesque natural setting, Wildwood Mountain Dam serves as both a recreational attraction and a reminder of the importance of responsible water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions.
Dam Length |
250 |
River Or Stream |
Big Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Hydraulic Height |
22.9 |
Nid Storage |
25 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
25 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Van Hook Glade
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Van Hook Glade Campground
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Blue Valley Dispersed Camping
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Blue Valley Camp
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Ralph Andrews County Park
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Burrells Ford
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1/4 Mile Below Walhalla Fish Hatchery To Boundary Of Chattooga Wsr
Ga/Nc State Line To 2 Miles Downriver
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