Innkeeper Detention Pond Dam

East Fork Deep River· Guilford, North Carolina· Built 2001· Concrete·
High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Innkeeper Detention Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 Length177 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage1 acre-ft
Normal Storage1 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area7 sq mi
Max Discharge45 cfs
Year Completed2001 (25 years old)
NID IDNC05554

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: Yes
Last Inspection: February 24, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Thorndike Road Pond Association, Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Innkeeper Detention Pond Dam?

Innkeeper Detention Pond 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 Innkeeper Detention Pond Dam?

Innkeeper Detention Pond Dam is owned by Thorndike Road Pond Association, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Innkeeper Detention Pond Dam built?

Innkeeper Detention Pond Dam was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Innkeeper Detention Pond Dam?

Innkeeper Detention Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Innkeeper Detention Pond Dam last inspected?

Innkeeper Detention Pond Dam was last inspected on February 24, 2021. 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.