Lakewood Lake Dam

North Buffalo Creek· Guilford, North Carolina· Built 1951· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lakewood Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage221 acre-ft
Normal Storage129 acre-ft
Surface Area23 acres
Drainage Area365 sq mi
Max Discharge264 cfs
Year Completed1951 (75 years old)
NID IDNC00697

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: December 19, 2013
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Massand Properties, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lakewood Lake Dam?

Lakewood 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 Lakewood Lake Dam?

Lakewood Lake Dam is owned by Massand Properties, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lakewood Lake Dam built?

Lakewood Lake Dam was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Lakewood Lake Dam?

Lakewood 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 Lakewood Lake Dam last inspected?

Lakewood Lake Dam was last inspected on December 19, 2013. 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.