Pinewood Country Club Dam

North Prong Richland Creek· Randolph, North Carolina· Earth·
High Hazard Recreation Private

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 Length340 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage34 acre-ft
Normal Storage29 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
NID IDNC03778

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: January 28, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Pinewood Country Club, Inc.

Private

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Frequently 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.

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.