Lutz Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Smith Dam Starnes Cove Upper Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Lutz Dam, also known as Sluder Dam, is a private dam located in Juno, North Carolina, within Buncombe County.
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Summary
Managed by the state regulatory agency NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program, this earth dam serves primarily for recreational purposes. With a hydraulic height of 27 feet and a structural height of 33 feet, Lutz Dam offers a serene retreat with a surface area of 1 acre and a drainage area of 55 square miles.
The dam provides a storage capacity of 10 acre-feet, with normal storage levels at 5 acre-feet. Its significant hazard potential is mitigated by fair condition assessment as of the last inspection in February 2016. Although lacking outlet gates and spillway type information, Lutz Dam remains a popular spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking outdoor recreational activities such as fishing and boating. With its proximity to UT to Gouches Branch (C) and the Nashville District, this dam offers a unique opportunity for nature lovers to enjoy the beauty of North Carolina's waterways.
As a private dam in a picturesque location, Lutz Dam stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management and climate conservation efforts. With its lush surroundings and potential for outdoor recreation, this earth dam provides a tranquil escape for visitors while also serving as a critical piece of infrastructure for the local community. With ongoing state inspections and enforcement measures in place, Lutz Dam continues to play a vital role in maintaining the balance between human recreation and environmental sustainability in Buncombe County, North Carolina.
Dam Length |
210 |
River Or Stream |
UT to Gouches Branch (C) |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Drainage Area |
55 |
Nid Storage |
10 |
Structural Height |
33 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
33 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
French Broad River At Asheville
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858cfs |
Swannanoa River At Biltmore
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63cfs |
Ivy River Near Marshall
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63cfs |
French Broad River At Marshall
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975cfs |
Pigeon River Near Canton
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124cfs |
East Fork Pigeon River Near Canton
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52cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Area Campgrounds
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Campfire Lodgings
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Lake Powhatan Campground
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Lake Powhatan
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firefighter island campsite
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Lutz Dam