Hidden Valley Campground Dam

French Broad River· Henderson, North Carolina· Earth·
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Hidden Valley Campground Dam is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length250 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage15 acre-ft
Normal Storage7 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area108 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDNC03063

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: January 9, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Robert C Wiles

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hidden Valley Campground Dam?

Hidden Valley Campground Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Hidden Valley Campground Dam?

Hidden Valley Campground Dam is owned by Robert C Wiles (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Hidden Valley Campground Dam?

Hidden Valley Campground Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Hidden Valley Campground Dam last inspected?

Hidden Valley Campground Dam was last inspected on January 9, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.