Fontana Dam
CountryUSA
Height146 m
Year1945
TypeGravity
RiverLittle Tennessee
About Fontana Dam
The tallest dam in the eastern USA at 146 m. Built by the TVA during WWII. The Appalachian Trail crosses the dam. 238 MW capacity. The reservoir is 49 km long.
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