Century Park Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Century Park Lake 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 Length | 355 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 388 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 400 cfs |
| NID ID | NC04808 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Town of Kernersville
Local Government
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High HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Century Park Lake Dam?
Century Park Lake 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 Century Park Lake Dam?
Century Park Lake Dam is owned by Town of Kernersville (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Century Park Lake Dam?
Century Park Lake 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 Century Park Lake Dam last inspected?
Century Park Lake Dam was last inspected on March 2, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.