Craggy Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Craggy Dam, located in Buncombe County, North Carolina, stands as a crucial water resource infrastructure along the French Broad River.


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Summary

Managed by the NC Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, this dam is state-regulated and inspected to ensure its structural integrity and safety. With a high hazard potential, Craggy Dam plays a vital role in flood control and water supply management for the region.

Although specific details about the dam's construction and features are not available, its presence signifies a significant contribution to water resource management in the area. While the dam's exact purpose and type are labeled as "Other," its importance in ensuring water security and mitigating potential risks cannot be understated. With a Hazard Potential rating of High, it is evident that Craggy Dam is a critical piece of infrastructure that requires regular monitoring and maintenance to uphold its functionality and safety standards.

As a key component of the water management system in Buncombe County, Craggy Dam poses both challenges and opportunities for climate and water resource enthusiasts. With its location along the French Broad River and its high hazard potential, understanding and monitoring this dam's condition and functionality are essential for ensuring the safety and sustainability of water resources in the region.

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French Broad River

Hazard Potential

High
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.