Hunsucker Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Hunsucker Lake Dam, located in Guilford, North Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1958 for recreational purposes.


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Summary

The dam stands at a hydraulic height of 20 feet and a structural height of 25 feet, with a length of 300 feet. It has a normal storage capacity of 80 acre-feet and a maximum storage capacity of 96 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 7 acres.

Despite being classified with a low hazard potential, Hunsucker Lake Dam undergoes regular state inspections to ensure proper maintenance and safety. The last assessment in November 2020 deemed its condition as "Not Rated," indicating a need for further evaluation. The dam does not fall under federal regulation but is subject to state inspection, suggesting a commitment to ensuring the safety and integrity of the structure for both recreational use and environmental conservation.

With its location along the Reedy Fork Creek, Hunsucker Lake Dam serves as a vital recreational resource for the local community in Ossipee. While its primary purpose is for recreation, the dam's importance extends to water resource and climate enthusiasts who value its role in managing water levels and supporting biodiversity in the area. As a privately owned structure, the dam's maintenance and safety remain crucial for its continued function and contribution to the surrounding ecosystem.

Year Completed

1958

Dam Length

300

River Or Stream

Reedy Fork Creek-Tr

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

7

Hydraulic Height

20

Nid Storage

96

Structural Height

25

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

25
       
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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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.