Barricks Lake Dam dam
Barricks Lake Dam
Barricks Lake Dam, also known as Summerfield Community Park Dam, is a privately owned structure located in Ossipee, North Carolina. This earth dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, with a hydraulic height of 24.8 feet and a structural height of 26.8 feet. Situated on Reedy Fork Creek-Tr, the dam has a NID storage capacity of 46 acre-feet, providing a surface area of 5 acres for recreational activities.
Although not regulated by the state, Barricks Lake Dam is inspected regularly, with the last assessment conducted in November 2015, revealing a satisfactory condition and low hazard potential. The dam's design and construction reflect a commitment to safety and environmental stewardship, ensuring that the surrounding community can enjoy the benefits of the reservoir while minimizing risks associated with its operation. With its serene location and well-maintained structure, Barricks Lake Dam stands as a testament to responsible water resource management and climate-conscious infrastructure development in Guilford County.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore the unique features of Barricks Lake Dam, they can appreciate the careful planning and maintenance efforts that have gone into creating a safe and enjoyable recreational space. From the dam's modest dimensions to its peaceful surroundings along Reedy Fork Creek-Tr, this privately owned structure exemplifies the harmonious coexistence of human recreation and natural conservation. With a focus on safety, sustainability, and community engagement, Barricks Lake Dam represents a successful blend of environmental stewardship and recreational development in North Carolina's diverse landscape.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Barricks Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Reedy Fork Near Oak Ridge | 3 cfs | → |
| Horsepen Creek At Us 220 Nr Greensboro | 1 cfs | → |
| N Buffalo Cr At Westover Terrace At Greensboro | 1 cfs | → |
| North Buffalo Creek At Church St At Greensboro | 3 cfs | → |
| South Buffalo Creek Nr Pomona | 1 cfs | → |
| East Fork Deep River Near High Point | 2 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Barricks Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Belews Lake Drive 8191, Belews Creek
- Pine Hall Road 2547-2793, Walnut Cove
- Us Bus 220 Boat Access Stoneville
- Bethlehem Church Road 587, Eden
- Homeview Road Burlington
- South Fieldcrest Road Draper Village
Campgrounds
- Oak Hollow City Campground
- Lake Reidsville Rec Park
- Hagan-Stone Park
- Sunset Park Campground
- Shallow Ford Campsites
- Hanging Rock State Park
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
Track Barricks Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Barricks Lake Dam
Where does the data for Barricks Lake Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Barricks Lake Dam.