Lee Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Dell Phase 1 Swdp Dam Hauser Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Lee Lake Dam, located in Forsyth, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure primarily designed for recreation.
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Summary
It stands at a hydraulic height of 21.1 feet and a structural height of 24.6 feet, with a total length of 200 feet. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 34.3 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 40 acre-feet, providing a surface area of 4.1 acres for water enthusiasts to enjoy.
Despite its recreational purpose, Lee Lake Dam is categorized as having a significant hazard potential, although its condition assessment is marked as "Not Rated". The dam has not been inspected since November 2020, with no specific information provided on the date of completion or any modifications made over the years. With a lack of state regulation or permitting, the dam's safety and maintenance fall solely on the private owner.
The surrounding environment, including the Fiddlers Creek-Tr river or stream, could be impacted by the dam's operations and maintenance practices. With its unique design as an earth dam, Lee Lake Dam offers a picturesque setting for outdoor activities but also requires careful monitoring and upkeep to ensure the safety of both the structure and the natural ecosystem it influences.
Dam Length |
200 |
River Or Stream |
Fiddlers Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.1 |
Hydraulic Height |
21.1 |
Nid Storage |
40 |
Structural Height |
24.6 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
25 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Lee Lake Dam