Greenfield Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Greenfield Lake Dam, located in Wilmington, North Carolina, is a concrete gravity dam completed in 1800 primarily for recreational purposes.


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Summary

The dam stands at a structural height of 9 feet and spans a length of 1200 feet, with a storage capacity of 200 acre-feet. Situated on the Cape Fear River-Os, the dam is under the jurisdiction of the local government and is not regulated by the state.

Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in 2018 was deemed unsatisfactory, highlighting the need for maintenance and potential upgrades. While the dam does not have a designated Emergency Action Plan (EAP) or established risk management measures, it is still inspected regularly to ensure its safety. Greenfield Lake Dam serves as a vital recreational spot in the area, attracting water resource and climate enthusiasts who appreciate its historical significance and natural beauty.

Year Completed

1800

Dam Length

1200

River Or Stream

Cape Fear River-Os

Primary Dam Type

Concrete

Nid Storage

200

Structural Height

9

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

9
       
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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.