Pine Tree Lake Dam #1 dam
Pine Tree Lake Dam #1
Pine Tree Lake Dam #1, located in Wallburg, North Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam that was completed in 1970 for recreational purposes. The dam stands at a structural height of 18.3 feet and has a hydraulic height of 13.3 feet, providing storage capacity of 67 acre-feet for the surrounding area. With a normal storage capacity of 56 acre-feet on a surface area of 9 acres, the dam serves as a popular spot for recreational activities such as fishing and boating.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Pine Tree Lake Dam #1 received a fair condition assessment during its last inspection in November 2013. The dam spans 285 feet in length and overlooks Abbotts Creek-Tr, contributing to a drainage area of 384 acres. While it is not regulated by the state or federal agencies, the dam is subject to periodic inspections to ensure its structural integrity and safety for the community. Although no emergency action plan has been prepared to date, the dam continues to be monitored for any potential risks or hazards that may arise in the future.
With its picturesque location and recreational opportunities, Pine Tree Lake Dam #1 remains a notable feature in Forsyth County, offering residents and visitors a tranquil setting for outdoor enjoyment. As climate change impacts water resources, it is essential to maintain and assess the condition of dams like Pine Tree Lake Dam #1 to ensure their resilience in the face of evolving environmental challenges. The dam serves not only as a recreational asset but also as a reminder of the importance of sustainable water resource management in a changing climate.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Pine Tree Lake Dam #1 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| East Fork Deep River Near High Point | 2 cfs | → |
| Reedy Fork Near Oak Ridge | 3 cfs | → |
| South Buffalo Creek Nr Pomona | 1 cfs | → |
| Horsepen Creek At Us 220 Nr Greensboro | 1 cfs | → |
| N Buffalo Cr At Westover Terrace At Greensboro | 1 cfs | → |
| South Buffalo Creek At Us 220 At Greensboro | 2 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Pine Tree Lake Dam #1.
Boat launches
- Belews Lake Drive 8191, Belews Creek
- Lake Thom-A-Lex Park
- Pine Hall Road 2547-2793, Walnut Cove
- Nc Highway 801 South 5877, Mocksville
- Us Bus 220 Boat Access Stoneville
- Trading Ford Way Davidson County
Campgrounds
- Oak Hollow City Campground
- Tanglewood Park
- Hagan-Stone Park
- Sunset Park Campground
- Hanging Rock State Park
- Ymca Camp Hanes
Fishing spots
Track Pine Tree Lake Dam #1 in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Pine Tree Lake Dam #1
Where does the data for Pine Tree Lake Dam #1 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Pine Tree Lake Dam #1.