Pinewood Country Club Dam
Key Takeaway
Pinewood Country Club 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 Length | 340 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| NID ID | NC03778 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Pinewood Country Club, Inc.
Private
Nearby Dams
Scott Dam
Randolph, NC
Low HazardKing Dam
Randolph, NC
High HazardFarlow Lake Dam
Randolph, NC
High HazardShaw-Hudson Lake Dam
Randolph, NC
High HazardUpper Zoo Dam
Randolph, NC
Low HazardBlack Lake Dam
Randolph, NC
Low HazardAuman Lake Dam
Randolph, NC
Low HazardLower Zoo Dam
Randolph, NC
High HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Pinewood Country Club Dam?
Pinewood Country Club 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 Pinewood Country Club Dam?
Pinewood Country Club Dam is owned by Pinewood Country Club, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Pinewood Country Club Dam?
Pinewood Country Club 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 Pinewood Country Club Dam last inspected?
Pinewood Country Club Dam was last inspected on January 28, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.