Suddreth Pond Dam Upper, located in Mission, Cherokee, North Carolina, is a private dam with a primary purpose of recreation.
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The dam, with an earth structure type, has a hydraulic height of 14.8 feet and a structural height of 14.7 feet. It spans 288 feet in length and has a normal storage capacity of 6 acre-feet, with a maximum storage of 7 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Peachtree Creek-Tr and is owned and inspected by private entities, with no state regulation or permitting required.
Although last inspected in January 2014 and deemed to be in fair condition with a significant hazard potential, Suddreth Pond Dam Upper lacks an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and updated emergency contacts. The dam does not have inundation maps prepared or meet EAP guidelines. Despite these shortcomings, the dam remains a popular spot for recreational activities, offering a surface area of one acre and serving as a local attraction in the area. With no state jurisdiction or regulatory agency overseeing its operations, it is essential for private owners to prioritize safety measures and maintenance to ensure the structural integrity and safety of the dam for visitors and the surrounding ecosystem.
Dam Length |
288 |
River Or Stream |
Peachtree Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1 |
Hydraulic Height |
14.8 |
Nid Storage |
7 |
Structural Height |
14.7 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
15 |
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