Green Mtn Camp Dam Lower Reservoir Report
Nearby: High Lake Dam Powell Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Green Mtn Camp Dam Lower, located in Caldwell, North Carolina, is a privately owned dam that serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
With a hydraulic height of 10.8 feet and a structural height of 14.3 feet, this earth dam has a maximum storage capacity of 11 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 6 acre-feet. The dam, situated on Fork Creek-Tr, has a surface area of 1.5 acres and a length of 305 feet.
Despite its fair condition assessment as of January 2021, Green Mtn Camp Dam Lower has a high hazard potential. The dam is inspected every two years, with the last inspection conducted in January 2021. The state regulatory agency responsible for overseeing this dam is the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, ensuring that the necessary permits, inspections, and enforcement measures are in place to maintain safety standards.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Green Mtn Camp Dam Lower presents an intriguing case study in the management and regulation of private dams for recreational purposes. With its location in a picturesque setting and its vital role in providing water storage for recreational activities, this dam serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining and monitoring these structures to mitigate potential risks and ensure the safety of surrounding communities and the environment.
Dam Length |
305 |
River Or Stream |
Fork Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
10.8 |
Nid Storage |
11 |
Structural Height |
14.3 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
14 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Yadkin River At Patterson
|
24cfs |
Elk Creek At Elkville
|
42cfs |
Johns River At Arneys Store
|
173cfs |
Lower Little River Nr All Healing Springs
|
18cfs |
Henry Fork Near Henry River
|
41cfs |
Linville River Near Nebo
|
75cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Green Mtn Camp Dam Lower