Pine Lake Dam

South Buffalo Creek· Guilford, North Carolina· Earth·
High Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Pine Lake Dam 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 Length192 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage9 acre-ft
Normal Storage6 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area25 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDNC02836

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: March 2, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

City of Greensboro

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pine Lake Dam?

Pine Lake 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 Pine Lake Dam?

Pine Lake Dam is owned by City of Greensboro (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Pine Lake Dam?

Pine 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 Pine Lake Dam last inspected?

Pine Lake Dam was last inspected on March 2, 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.