Holcombe Dam, also known as North Lake Dam, is a private structure located in Marshall, North Carolina.
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The dam, designed by USDA NRCS, serves primarily for recreation purposes along the Flat Creek-Tr river. With a hydraulic height of 20.5 feet and a structural height of 26 feet, the dam provides a surface area of 2 acres and a drainage area of 93 acres. Despite its uncontrolled spillway type, the dam has been assessed as satisfactory in condition with a high hazard potential.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Holcombe Dam has a maximum storage capacity of 21 acre-feet and a normal storage of 12 acre-feet. The dam's last inspection in March 2018 deemed its condition satisfactory, with a moderate risk level. With a history of moderate risk management measures and emergency action plans in place, Holcombe Dam presents an intriguing site for water resource and climate enthusiasts to study the intersection of dam safety, recreational use, and environmental concerns in the beautiful Buncombe County landscape.
Dam Length |
177 |
River Or Stream |
Flat Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Hydraulic Height |
20.5 |
Drainage Area |
93 |
Nid Storage |
21 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
26 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Windy Gap - A Young Life Camp
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Campfire Lodgings
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Evan's Island Campsite
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