Holyfield Lake Dam

Snow Creek· Surry, North Carolina· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Holyfield Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length222 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage100 acre-ft
Normal Storage75 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area680 sq mi
Max Discharge1,136 cfs
NID IDNC01479

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: February 15, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Dori J Fritzinger

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Holyfield Lake Dam?

Holyfield 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 Holyfield Lake Dam?

Holyfield Lake Dam is owned by Dori J Fritzinger (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Holyfield Lake Dam?

Holyfield 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 Holyfield Lake Dam last inspected?

Holyfield Lake Dam was last inspected on February 15, 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.