Gambill Lake Dam Middle

Bill Branch· Forsyth, North Carolina· Earth·
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Gambill Lake Dam Middle 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 Length278 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage30 acre-ft
Normal Storage20 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
NID IDNC01579

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 24, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Gregory J Osmon

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Gambill Lake Dam Middle?

Gambill Lake Dam Middle 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 Gambill Lake Dam Middle?

Gambill Lake Dam Middle is owned by Gregory J Osmon (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Gambill Lake Dam Middle?

Gambill Lake Dam Middle 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 Gambill Lake Dam Middle last inspected?

Gambill Lake Dam Middle was last inspected on January 24, 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.