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Fontana Dam, NC

North Carolina · Graham County

Fontana Dam is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 11.

Data updated April 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
11 Population 18/sq mi density
57°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
228 Violent Crime/100K 4,340 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
228 violent crimes/100K (40% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Violent Crime 228/100K
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Fontana Dam Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population11
Density18/mi²
Male / Female0% / 100%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans5.0%

Economy

Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$330M

Housing

Ownership0.0%
Zillow$625,106
Housing Units170
Rent Burden24.6%

Crime

F
Violent228/100K
Property4,340/100K

Health

Obesity35.7%
Smoking16.4%
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain56.1 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation1,801 ft (549 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Broadband5.0%
EV Stations3
Libraries1

Is Fontana Dam a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fontana Dam receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Fontana Dam offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Fontana Dam is below the national average at 228 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,340 per 100,000, 121% above the national average.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Fontana Dam enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Fontana Dam has a population of 11 with a density of 18 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The gender split is 100% female and 0% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 5.0% of the population are veterans. 0.0% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 0.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

11
Total Population
18
People / sq mi
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 0%
Female 100%

Race & Ethnicity

Fontana Dam vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fontana Dam vs U.S. Average

The average weekly wage is $937, 35% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 228 business establishments, including 16 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Fontana Dam vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$937
IRS Avg AGI$52,797
Gini Index0.430 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)228
County GDP$330M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare10
Retail30
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,171
9% below US avg
Cost of Living94.30 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $625,106. Fair market rent ranges from $981 for a one-bedroom to $1,161 for a two-bedroom apartment. 0.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 170 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1973. The average annual property tax is $3,171. 24.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$625,106

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden24.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$932
1 Bedroom$981
2 Bedrooms$1,161
3 Bedrooms$1,499
4 Bedrooms$1,780

Ownership & Property

Homeownership0.0%
Owner-Occupied0.0%
Renter-Occupied34.5%
Housing Units170
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,171
9% below US avg
In Fontana Dam, 35.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.8% of residents. 32.6% have high blood pressure. 16.4% are current smokers. 17.4% report binge drinking. 24.3% are physically inactive. 27.5% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.1% experience frequent mental distress. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,681. The dentist ratio is 1:3,990. 100.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.7 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Fontana Dam vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.4%
17% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep33.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate0.0%
Primary Care1:2,681
Dentists1:3,990
Mental Health1:1,006
Checkup Rate76.4%
Dental Visits60.6%
Premature Death11,941/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access100.0%
Healthcare Facilities10
Fontana Dam has a violent crime rate of 228 per 100,000 residents, 40% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,340 per 100,000, 121% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 3 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Fontana Dam receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Fontana Dam vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent228.4/100K
40% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property4,340.4/100K
121% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
Traffic Accidents1
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Fontana Dam enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 56.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40. The city sits at an elevation of 1,801 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average56.8°F
5% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,801 ft (549 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates35.4328°N, 83.8248°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyGraham County County
Nearest AirportMc Ghee Tyson (TYS)
28 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.1"
48% above US avg
Wettest Month (Mar) 6.38"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.74"

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0497 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score20.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability71.8 / 100
Community Resilience21.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Very Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave No Rating
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought No Rating
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Relatively Moderate
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

175 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M2.5 on Aug 19, 2025.

May 10, 2025 21 km SE of Greenback, Tennessee M4.1 19 km
Jul 30, 1997 6 km NNE of Tazewell, Tennessee M3.8 123 km
Jan 20, 2020 2 km NE of Fincastle, Tennessee M3.8 112 km
Jul 5, 1995 12 km ESE of Tellico Plains, Tennessee M3.7 33 km
Jun 17, 1998 9 km SSE of Coalfield, Tennessee M3.6 77 km
Jun 19, 2007 10 km ENE of Spencer, Tennessee M3.5 145 km
Jul 19, 1997 12 km E of Cohutta, Georgia M3.5 104 km
Jun 16, 2006 9 km W of Maggie Valley, North Carolina M3.4 57 km
Mar 5, 2019 7 km NE of Maynardville, Tennessee M3.4 96 km
Mar 18, 1995 10 km SE of Dayton, Tennessee M3.3 101 km
Apr 20, 2010 4 km SW of Maryville, Tennessee M3.3 36 km
Apr 11, 2006 5 km NE of Etowah, Tennessee M3.3 60 km
Aug 31, 2009 2 km NNE of Friendsville, Tennessee M3.3 47 km
Jun 4, 2023 4 km NNW of West Canton, North Carolina M3.2 88 km
Mar 7, 2001 6 km NW of Decatur, Tennessee M3.2 94 km
Mar 7, 2001 5 km WNW of Decatur, Tennessee M3.2 93 km
Jul 26, 2001 11 km N of Sevierville, Tennessee M3.2 65 km
Aug 1, 2009 8 km ENE of Ducktown, Tennessee M3.2 59 km
Jul 26, 2001 11 km S of New Market, Tennessee M3.2 68 km
May 10, 2006 3 km WNW of Madisonville, Tennessee M3.2 53 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Hugo (1989, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
1989 Hugo Category 1 261 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tornado History

198 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 32 fatalities, 472 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 27, 2011 EF4 23 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 69 km 4
May 2, 1953 EF4 87 km 4
Nov 30, 2016 EF3 89 km 2
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 86 km 1
Mar 23, 2011 EF3 45 km 0
Nov 10, 2002 EF3 97 km 7
Mar 27, 1994 EF3 89 km 0
Mar 27, 1994 EF3 98 km 3
Feb 21, 1993 EF3 76 km 0
Feb 21, 1993 EF3 70 km 1
Feb 21, 1993 EF3 61 km 0
Nov 22, 1992 EF3 96 km 1
Nov 15, 1989 EF3 93 km 0
Feb 6, 1986 EF3 93 km 0
Apr 8, 1974 EF3 72 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF3 99 km 3
Apr 15, 1965 EF3 99 km 0
Aug 7, 2023 EF2 63 km 0
Apr 12, 2020 EF2 99 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: ROUGH RIDGE (27,610 ac, 2016).

Year Name Acres Distance
2016 ROUGH RIDGE 27,610 91 km
2016 ROCK MOUNTAIN 25,224 56 km
2016 CHIMNEY TOPS 2 14,998 41 km
2016 TELLICO 14,172 26 km
2016 BOTELER 8,626 43 km
2024 RX - T26 BRUSHY RIDGE 8,324 29 km
2016 MAPLE SPRINGS 7,696 11 km
2001 SHARP 6,039 34 km
2000 UNNAMED 5,371 96 km
2024 RX - T10 MILLER RIDGE 5,154 28 km
2024 RX - O63 CHESTNUT MTN 4,570 84 km
2013 BEAVER DAM 4,336 32 km
2021 UNNAMED 3,888 28 km
2021 DUTCH CREEK 3,845 80 km
2019 COW CAMP 3,786 22 km
2000 UNNAMED 3,539 95 km
2014 UNNAMED 3,298 94 km
2016 CAMP BRANCH 3,234 37 km
2023 PANTHER KNOB 3,170 42 km
2019 JACK DAVIS/DOGWOOD SPRINGS RX 3,120 46 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 5.5 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 5.4 in
March 46°F (8°C) 6.4 in Wettest
April 53°F (12°C) 5.0 in
May 61°F (16°C) 5.5 in
June 68°F (20°C) 5.1 in
July 74°F (23°C) 5.9 in Warmest
August 71°F (21°C) 5.0 in
September 65°F (19°C) 4.5 in
October 55°F (13°C) 3.7 in Driest
November 46°F (8°C) 4.9 in
December 39°F (4°C) 5.4 in

Fontana Dam has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 38°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 62.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.4") and October the driest (3.7").

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Fontana Dam is located in Graham County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, a rural community. 0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 81.4% of the vote, a 63.8-point margin. 5.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 10 healthcare facilities operate in the area.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.4%
D 17.6%

Winner: Republican by 63.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
Traffic Accidents1
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.46
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro / Rural
Population Density18/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi
CountyGraham County County

Services

Broadband Access5.0%
Avg Download Speed28.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed1.8 Mbps
Max Download Speed115 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants16
Retail Stores30

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%
Average costs for common services in Fontana Dam. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $236 ($141-$377)
Specialist Visit $330 ($189-$519)
Urgent Care Visit $189 ($94-$330)
Emergency Room Visit $2,075 ($754-$4,715)
Dental Cleaning $123 ($71-$189)
Dental Filling $236 ($141-$377)
View all 40 services

Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $42 ($24-$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $71 ($47-$113)
Brake Pad Replacement $283 ($141-$472)
Tire Rotation $38 ($19-$71)
New Tires (Set of 4) $566 ($377-$943)
Battery Replacement $189 ($94-$330)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $94 ($57-$141)
Electrician (Per Hour) $85 ($47-$132)
HVAC Repair $377 ($141-$754)
HVAC System Install $6,601 ($3,772-$11,316)
Roof Repair $943 ($377-$1,886)
Roof Replacement $8,487 ($5,187-$14,145)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,415 ($472-$3,301)
Divorce (Contested) $14,145 ($4,715-$28,290)
DUI Defense $4,715 ($1,886-$9,430)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,415 ($754-$2,829)
Will Preparation $472 ($189-$943)
Trust Preparation $2,358 ($943-$4,715)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($14-$42)
Women's Haircut $52 ($28-$94)
Hair Coloring (Full) $141 ($71-$236)
Manicure $24 ($14-$42)
Pedicure $38 ($24-$61)
Massage (1 Hour) $75 ($47-$123)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.87 ($2.83-$5.19)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.30 ($2.36-$4.72)
Loaf of Bread $3.58 ($2.36-$5.19)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.24 ($2.83-$6.13)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.19 ($3.77-$7.07)
Rice (per lb) $0.94 ($0.57-$1.70)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $132 ($75-$236)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $66 ($28-$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $66 ($38-$113)
Internet (Monthly) $66 ($38-$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $61 ($28-$94)
Cable TV (Monthly) $80 ($47-$141)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $189 ($71-$472)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,886 ($1,132-$3,301)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $66 ($28-$123)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.54-$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $94 ($28-$236)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14-$71)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,132 ($566-$2,358)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $943 ($472-$1,886)
After-School Care (Monthly) $377 ($189-$660)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $47 ($24-$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $943 ($377-$2,358)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,788 ($4,715-$28,290)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $57 ($28-$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $94 ($47-$189)
Dog Grooming $57 ($28-$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $38 ($19-$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter $283 ($141-$472)
Cat Spay/Neuter $189 ($94-$377)
View all 9 services

Top Industries in Graham County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Construction 421 46 $66,132 3.99
Retail Trade 237 26 $29,056 1.18
Administrative & Waste Services 71 15 $59,276 0.60
Finance & Insurance 56 8 $56,885 0.69
Wholesale Trade 31 8 $83,913 0.39
Other Services 30 15 $28,035 0.50
Information & Technology 13 4 $55,790 0.34
Real Estate 11 12 $64,281 0.35
Unclassified 5 2 $24,493 1.78

Radio Stations near Fontana Dam

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WBSY 98.5 FM americana, bluegrass MP3 128 kbps
WCRK 105.7 FM classic hits AAC+ 48 kbps

Campgrounds Near Fontana Dam

39 campgrounds found near Fontana Dam.

National Parks Near Fontana Dam

31 national parks and monuments found near Fontana Dam.

ParkTypeFee
Amicalola Falls State Park State Park Free
Andrew Johnson National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Big Ridge State Park Free
Big Ridge State Park State Park Free
Black Rock Mountain State Park State Park Free
Cove Lake State Park Free
Devils Fork State Park State Park Free
Fort Loudon State Park Free
Fort Mountain State Park State Park Free
Frozen Head State Park Free
Gorges State Park State Park Free
Great Smoky Mountains National Park National Park Free
Hiwassee/Ocoee State Park Free
Hiwassee/Ocoee State Park Free
Keowee-Toxaway State Park State Park Free
Lake Hartwell State Park State Park Free
Moccasin Creek State Park State Park Free
Mossy Creek State Park State Park Free
Norris Dam State Park Free
Norris Dam State Park State Park Free
Obed Wild & Scenic River Wild & Scenic River Free
Oconee State Park State Park Free
Panther Creek State Park Free
Panther Creek State Park State Park Free
President's Park State Park Free
Seven Islands State Park Free
Stumphouse Mountain Tunnel Park State Park Free
Tallulah Gorge State Park State Park Free
Tugaloo State Park State Park Free
Unicoi State Park State Park Free
Vogel State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Fontana Dam

215+ trails found near Fontana Dam.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
BARTRAM NRT - NANTAHALA RD 68.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
ANST - NANTAHALA RD 52.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
ANST - CHEOAH RD 29.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CHUNKY GAL 21.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BENTON MACKAYE -CHEOAH RD 14.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SNOWBIRD MOUNTAIN 14.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SLICKROCK CREEK 12.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
RIM TRAIL 12.4 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
BELDING 11.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
TSALI RIGHT LOOP 10.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
FODDERSTACK MOUNTAIN 10.4 - - -
TSALI LEFT LOOP 9.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
SANTEETLAH LAKE TRAIL SOUTH 9.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
WINE SPRINGS LOOP 8.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
YELLOW CREEK MOUNTAIN 8.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
RIM TRAIL 8.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LONDON BALD 8.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BARTRAM TRAIL EXTENSION 8.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BIG SNOWBIRD 8.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
STRATTON BALD 7.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SOUTH FORK OF CITICO TRAIL 7.5 - - -
UNICOI MOUNTAIN HORSE TRAIL 7.3 - - -
WAUCHECHA BALD 7.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BENTON MACKAYE -CHEOAH RD 7.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
DAVE THOMPSON LOOP 6.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
KING MEADOWS 6.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
ROCKY BALD LOOP 6.4 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
BEECH CREEK 6.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HAOE LEAD 6.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MOUSE BRANCH LOOP 6.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BROOKSHIRE CREEK 6.1 - - -
ANST - TUSQUITEE RD 5.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LITTLE CITICO HORSE 3 5.6 - - -
SYCAMORE CREEK TRAIL 5.6 - - -
HANGOVER LEAD 5.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BIG INDIAN LOOP 5.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
NORTH FORK OF CITICO TRAIL 5.2 - - -
BARTRAM NRT - CHEOAH RD 4.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
FLATS MOUNTAIN TRAIL 4.8 - - -
PARK CREEK 4.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
DARNELL CREEK HORSE TRAIL 4.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
RABBIT RIDGE 4.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
JUNALUSKA GAP 4.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MILLER TREK 4.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
UNICOI MTN MOTORCYCLE TRAIL 4.5 - - -
ROCKY FLATS TRAIL 4.5 - - -
BALD RIVER TRAIL 4.4 - - -
NAKED GROUND 4.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BENTON MACKAYE -CHEOAH RD 4.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WARRIORS PASSAGE TRAIL 4.1 - - -
BRUSH MOUNTAIN HIKING TRAIL 4.1 - - -
HURRICANE CREEK LOOP 4.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
KIRKLAND CREEK TRAIL 4.1 - - -
KIMSEY CREEK 3.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
COVER 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MCNABB CREEK TRAIL 3.5 - - -
BEAR CREEK 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PARK RIDGE 3.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BASIN LEAD 3.3 - - -
PINE RIDGE TRAIL 3.2 - - -
WESSER CREEK 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
JENKINS MEADOW 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CENTRAL LOOP 3.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
HEMLOCK TRAIL 3.1 - - -
STIFFKNEE TRAIL 3.1 - - -
IBRA LAKE LOOP TRAIL 3.0 - - -
LAUREL BRANCH TRAIL 3.0 - - -
BALD SPRINGS 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
DEEP CREEK 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
RIM TRAIL 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BIG INDIAN LOOP 3.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
DEEP CREEK 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
NICHOLS COVE 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SNEAKING CREEK 2.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
DARNELL CREEK HORSE TRAIL LOOP 2.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
BEE COVE 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
WHIGG RIDGE TRAIL 2.8 - - -
LOWER TRAIL RIDGE 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
FONTANA LOOP 2.8 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
PANTHER BRANCH TRAIL 2.6 - - -
LONG BRANCH TRAIL 2.6 - - -
BENTON MACKAYE -CHEOAH RD 2.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
GRAVELSTAND TOP TRAIL 2.5 - - -
DEEP GAP BRANCH 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CHEOAH TRAIL 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MITCHELL LICK 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BROOKS COVE 2.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CROWDER PLACE TRAIL 2.3 - - -
BLACKWELL GAP LOOP 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
MILL BRANCH TRAIL 2.3 - - -
SUGAR COVE TRAIL 2.3 - - -
HENDERSON MOUNTAIN TRAIL 2.3 - - -
ROCKHOUSE CREEK 2.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
BENTON MACKAYE -CHEOAH RD 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
TRAIL RIDGE 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
APPLETREE 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
GRASSY BRANCH TRAIL 2.2 - - -
LITTLE CITICO HORSE 4 2.1 - - -
YELLOW PATCH 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MOUSE BRANCH OVERLOOK 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BEAR PEN GAP 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
JACKRABBIT MOUNTAIN 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
IKE BRANCH 2.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
DEEP CREEK CONNECTOR 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
JOYCE KILMER MEMORIAL NRT 2.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LONG BRANCH 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WINDY GAP LOOP 1.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BURRELL COVE 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
JEFFERY'S HELL TRAIL 1.8 - - -
STRAWBERRY KNOB - BMT 1.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HUSKINS BRANCH 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
COLD SPRINGS GAP 1.7 - - -
YELLOW HAMMER GAP 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
THOMAS BRANCH 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
BURNTROCK RIDGE 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SHORTOFF 1.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
BIG STACK GAP 1.7 - - -
BLY GAP 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
YOTEE'S RUN 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
FAR BALD SPRINGS 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
SHINBONE 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BLACKWELL GAP LOOP 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
SASAFRASS 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
RAMSEY BEND NORTH 1.6 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
BIG INDIAN BRANCH 1.5 - - -
TIMBER RIDGE 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LOWER TRAIL RIDGE 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WINDY GAP 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
UPPER RIDGE 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
CHOGA 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
BIG FAT 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LAUREL BRANCH 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 1.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
FALLS BRANCH TRAIL 1.3 - - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 1.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LITTLE INDIAN 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
RAMSEY BEND SOUTH 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
RAMSEY BEND CONNECTOR 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 1.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
NANTAHALA RIVER BIKE TRAIL 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
SILER BALD SHELTER 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LITTLE FIRES CREEK 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
HICKORY BRANCH 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
DIAMOND VALLEY 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BRISTOL 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BEECH GAP 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
PHILLIPS RIDGE 1.1 IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL - - Yes
WALTON BOG INTERPRETIVE 1.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 1.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MIDDLE FALLS 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HIGH POINT 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
RUFUS MORGAN 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BURNT TREE PENINSULA 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
SASSAFRAS CREEK 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CABLE COVE NATURE 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CHURCH COVE CONNECTOR 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
FARMER TOP OVERLOOK 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
MINGUS 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HUCKLEBERRY 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LAKE CHATUGE 0.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
OMPHUS RIDGE 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
RAMSEY BEND SOUTH A 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
COLEMAN RIVER 0.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
BIG SCALEY 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
TIMBER RIDGE 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
TAPOCO 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
RAMSEY BLUFF 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LOOKOUT ROCK 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
COWCAMP 0.8 - - -
PICKENS NOSE 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
APPALACHIAN TRAIL 0.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MASSEY BRANCH FITNESS 0.7 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LEWELLYN COVE NATURE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
INDIAN RIDGE 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WASLICK POPLAR 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
TSALI RIGHT LOOP 2ND CONNECTOR 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
CAMP SHORTCUT 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
SABA BEACH 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
BIG LAUREL FALLS 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
LEATHERWOOD LOOP 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
JACKRABBIT MOUNTAIN CONNECTOR 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
RAMSEY BEND SOUTH B 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
HOOPER BALD 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
CHEROKEE LAKE 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
NOTTELY RIVER CONNECTOR 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
RAMSEY BEND CONNECTOR A 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
SWAN CABIN 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
ROCKY COVE 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
SPIRIT RIDGE 0.3 ASPHALT Yes - -
PARK CR RIDGE CONNECTOR 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WRIGHT'S CREEK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
TSALI RIGHT LOOP 1ST CONNECTOR 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
ALBERT MOUNTAIN 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - Yes
COVER 0.3 ASPHALT Yes - -
COVER 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
RAMSEY BEND NORTH SPUR 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL - Yes -
NATURE WALK 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
HANGOVER ALTERNATE 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SILER BALD VISTA 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WINDY GAP OVERLOOK 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
BETTY CREEK GAP 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
WOLF LAUREL 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MIDDLE FALLS ALT. 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MAPLE SPRINGS 0.2 CONCRETE Yes - -
RAMSEY BLUFF 0.1 ASPHALT Yes - -
WILSON LICK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
TSALI LEFT LOOP CONNECTOR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes Yes
KIMSEY CREEK CONNECTOR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MILLER TREK CONNECTOR 0.1 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MOONEY FALLS 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
MOONEY FALLS SPUR 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
RUFUS MORGAN SPUR 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes - -
SABA BEACH SPUR 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -
LEATHERWOOD LOOP 0.0 ASPHALT Yes - -
FARMER TOP CONNECTOR 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes -

Museums in Fontana Dam

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
GREAT SMOKEY MOUNTAIN HERITAGE CENTERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM8654480044$662,326
GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAIN HERITAGE CENTERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM8654480044$662,326
GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS INSTITUTE AT TREMONTARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER9275 TREMONT ROAD8654486709
JUNALUSKA MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM1 JUNALUSKA ROAD8284794727
LITTLE RIVER RAILROAD AND LUMBER COMPANY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7747 EAST LAMAR ALEXANDER PARKWAY8654482211
LITTLE RIVER RAILROAD/LUMBERGENERAL MUSEUM8654482211
TOWNSEND HERITAGE COUNCILHISTORY MUSEUM
VALLEYTOWN CULTURAL ARTS AND HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONCORNER OF CHESTNUT AND THIRD STREETS8283605071

Libraries in Fontana Dam

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
MARY E. TIPPITT MEMORIAL LIBRARY120 TIGER DRIVE0.03,840

Farmers Markets in Fontana Dam

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Andrews Farmers MarketFirst StreetVisit
Graham County Farmer's MarketMain Street at Health Department07/01/2012 to 10/31/2012Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit

Restaurants in Fontana Dam

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Deals Gap Motorcycle Resort
Wildwood Bar and Grill

Gas Stations in Fontana Dam

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Deals Gap Motorcycle Resort
Fontana Village Pitstop

Breweries in Fontana Dam

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Andrews Brewing CompanyFood & Drink, Breweries575 Aquone Rd18283212006

Power Plants Near Fontana Dam

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
FONTANA DAMCONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC221111-83.8OP

Bridges in Fontana Dam

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete continuous1943321,800F
CulvertSteel1952321,800F
Tee BeamConcrete19561421,428F
CulvertConcrete1930371,428F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1943533800P
CulvertConcrete continuous196021800G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete193032700F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199922390G
SlabConcrete1946255390F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel201925300G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel197437210F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196126200F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195944200F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196231200P
SlabPrestressed concrete198630100G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195642100G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198257100G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195677100G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel195683100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198233100F
SlabPrestressed concrete19853050G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1955331F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1955321P

Airports Near Fontana Dam

44 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
McGhee Tyson AirportTYSLarge Airport
Western Carolina Regional Airport-Medium Airport
Big Creek Flying Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Big T Airport-Small Airport
Blairsville Airport-Small Airport
Blue Ridge Skyport Airport-Small Airport
Cox Farm Airport-Small Airport
Cub Haven Airport-Small Airport
Dumplin Field-Small Airport
Gatlinburg-Pigeon Forge AirportGKTSmall Airport
Heaven's Landing Airport-Small Airport
High Valley Airpark-Small Airport
Jackson County Airport-Small Airport
King Sky Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Knoxville Downtown Island Airport-Small Airport
Landing At River'S Edge-Small Airport
Macon County Airport-Small Airport
Martin Campbell Field-Small Airport
Massingale Airport-Small Airport
Mcgraw's Backyard Airport-Small Airport
McMinn County AirportMMISmall Airport
Meadowlake Airport-Small Airport
Melton Field-Small Airport
Monroe County Airport-Small Airport
Montvale Airpark-Small Airport
Morristown Regional AirportMORSmall Airport
Natural Selection Airport-Small Airport
Oliver Springs Inc Airport-Small Airport
Providence Landing-Small Airport
Raby Airpark-Small Airport
Reagans Roost Ultralightport-Small Airport
Robertson Farm Airport-Small Airport
Seymour Air Park-Small Airport
Sky Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Sossamon Field (Unused)-Small Airport
Stone Field-Small Airport
Tellico Plains Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Tusquittee Landing Airport-Small Airport
Village Airport-Small Airport
Vintage Field-Small Airport
West Wind Airpark-Small Airport
Will A Hildreth Farm Airport-Small Airport
Wingman Aerodrome-Small Airport
Wolf Creek Airport-Small Airport

Police Stations in Fontana Dam

1 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Graham County Sheriff300 Rodney Orr Bypass

Post Offices in Fontana Dam

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Fontana Dam Post Office50 Fontana Road

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Frequently Asked Questions About Fontana Dam

What is the population of Fontana Dam?

Fontana Dam has a population of 11 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The population is 100% female and 0% male.

Is Fontana Dam expensive to live in?

Fontana Dam is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.3 / below the baseline of 100.

Is Fontana Dam safe?

Fontana Dam is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 228 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,340 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Fontana Dam receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Fontana Dam?

Fontana Dam enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 56.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 40.

How is the job market in Fontana Dam?

The job market in Fontana Dam is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $937. There are 228 business establishments in the area, including 16 restaurants and food service locations.

How are the schools in Fontana Dam?

Schools in Fontana Dam score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 0.0% of adults in Fontana Dam hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Fontana Dam?

The obesity rate in Fontana Dam is 35.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.4% of adults are smokers. 24.3% are physically inactive. 27.5% of residents report depression. 100.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,681.

What are the demographics of Fontana Dam?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Fontana Dam is 100% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 5.0% of the population are military veterans. 0.0% of residents have a disability. 0.0% have health insurance coverage.

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