Beaman Farm Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Beaman Farm Lake Dam, located in Guilford County, North Carolina, is a private earth dam that serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and a small fish pond.


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Summary

The dam stands at a hydraulic height of 21.8 feet and a structural height of 27.8 feet, with a total length of 235 feet. Its reservoir has a storage capacity of 64 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 4.1 acres. The dam is situated on East Belews Creek-Tr and is managed by the owner for recreational activities.

Despite being non-regulated by the state, Beaman Farm Lake Dam has been inspected and deemed to have low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition. The last inspection took place in October 2014, with no major concerns reported. The dam is equipped with outlet gates for water release and has a maximum discharge capacity of 475 cubic feet per second. While there are no associated structures or locks, the dam provides a valuable resource for water storage and recreational use in the area.

The dam's emergency action plan status and risk assessment details are currently not available, but with its stable condition and low hazard potential, Beaman Farm Lake Dam remains a key feature for fire protection, stock management, and recreational fishing activities in the region. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the importance of maintaining such structures to ensure safety and sustainability for future generations.

Dam Length

235

River Or Stream

East Belews Creek-Tr

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4.1

Hydraulic Height

21.8

Drainage Area

121

Nid Storage

64

Structural Height

27.8

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

28
       
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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.