Reidsville Quarry Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: T.M. Rankin Dam Lake Hazel Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Located in Reidsville, North Carolina, the Reidsville Quarry Lake Dam stands as a vital component of the Wolf Island Creek water supply system.
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Summary
Built in 1973, this earth dam serves the primary purpose of water supply, with a storage capacity of 33 acre-feet and a hydraulic height of 13.4 feet. The dam's structural height reaches 29.3 feet, contributing to its low hazard potential.
Despite its importance in water resource management, the Reidsville Quarry Lake Dam is in poor condition as of the last inspection in 2015. The dam spans 80 feet in length and covers a surface area of 2.8 acres, supporting a drainage area of 165 square miles. With a maximum discharge capacity of 480 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks and ensuring a stable water supply for the surrounding community. While its condition assessment is currently marked as poor, ongoing maintenance and inspection efforts are essential for preserving the dam's functionality and safety for both water resource and climate enthusiasts alike.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
80 |
River Or Stream |
Wolf Island Creek-Tr |
Surface Area |
2.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
13.4 |
Drainage Area |
165 |
Nid Storage |
33 |
Structural Height |
29.3 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
29 |
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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.
Reidsville Quarry Lake Dam