Fogleman Lake Dam

Beaver Creek· Guilford, North Carolina· Built 1961· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Fogleman Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length340 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage169 acre-ft
Normal Storage122 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area614 sq mi
Max Discharge165 cfs
Year Completed1961 (65 years old)
NID IDNC00703

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 8, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Priestley Management Corporation

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fogleman Lake Dam?

Fogleman Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Fogleman Lake Dam?

Fogleman Lake Dam is owned by Priestley Management Corporation (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Fogleman Lake Dam built?

Fogleman Lake Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Fogleman Lake Dam?

Fogleman 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 Fogleman Lake Dam last inspected?

Fogleman Lake Dam was last inspected on March 8, 2022. 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.