Pine Tree Lake Dam #1

Abbotts Creek· Forsyth, North Carolina· Built 1970· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Pine Tree Lake Dam #1 is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length285 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage67 acre-ft
Normal Storage56 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area384 sq mi
Max Discharge231 cfs
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)
NID IDNC00368

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: November 19, 2013
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Boma North Carolina, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pine Tree Lake Dam #1?

Pine Tree Lake Dam #1 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 Pine Tree Lake Dam #1?

Pine Tree Lake Dam #1 is owned by Boma North Carolina, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pine Tree Lake Dam #1 built?

Pine Tree Lake Dam #1 was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Pine Tree Lake Dam #1?

Pine Tree Lake Dam #1 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 Tree Lake Dam #1 last inspected?

Pine Tree Lake Dam #1 was last inspected on November 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.