Wooten Lake Dam

Kerners Mill Creek· Forsyth, North Carolina· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Wooten Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length365 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage31 acre-ft
Normal Storage26 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
NID IDNC01542

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 6, 2013
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Irene Wooten

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wooten Lake Dam?

Wooten 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 Wooten Lake Dam?

Wooten Lake Dam is owned by Irene Wooten (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Wooten Lake Dam?

Wooten 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 Wooten Lake Dam last inspected?

Wooten Lake Dam was last inspected on November 6, 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.