Teague Lake Dam, located in Guilford County, North Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam that was completed in 1947 for recreational purposes.
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Standing at a structural height of 25 feet and a hydraulic height of 20 feet, the dam provides a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet with a normal storage level of 64 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Little Alamance Creek-Tr and has a spillway width, number of locks, and associated structures equal to zero.
Despite its age, Teague Lake Dam has been rated as having a high hazard potential but is currently in fair condition as of the last inspection in February 2021. The dam is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement by the North Carolina Dam Safety Program. While the Emergency Action Plan (EAP) status and risk assessment details are not specified in the data, the dam's owners are required to adhere to guidelines ensuring public safety in the event of an emergency. With its historical significance and importance for recreation in the area, the preservation and maintenance of Teague Lake Dam remain crucial in safeguarding water resources and mitigating climate-related risks.
Year Completed |
1947 |
Dam Length |
468 |
River Or Stream |
Little Alamance Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
80 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
25 |