East Buttke Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

East Buttke Lake Dam, located in Randleman, North Carolina, is a private earth dam primarily used for fire protection, stock, or as a small fish pond.


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With a hydraulic height of 16 feet and a structural height of 27 feet, this dam plays a vital role in maintaining a storage capacity of 54 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 32 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, ensuring that it meets state inspection and enforcement standards.

Although East Buttke Lake Dam has a low hazard potential and is deemed to be in satisfactory condition, it is subject to regular inspections every five years to ensure its continued safety and functionality. The last inspection was conducted in January 2015, meeting all guidelines and regulations set forth by the regulatory agencies. Despite its modest size with a surface area of 5 acres, this dam serves an important role in the local community by providing essential services such as fire protection and water storage for livestock.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the East Buttke Lake Dam serves as a fascinating example of how private earth dams can contribute to various purposes while being subject to state regulations to ensure safety and compliance. With its location in the Deep River-Tr watershed and its proximity to Wilmington District, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of proper dam management and maintenance in safeguarding water resources for both human and ecological needs.

Dam Length

353

River Or Stream

Deep River-Tr

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

Hydraulic Height

16

Nid Storage

54

Structural Height

27

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

27
       
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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.