Cox Dam Lower Reservoir Report
Nearby: Cox Dam Upper Hutchens Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Cox Dam Lower, located in High Point, North Carolina, is a private earth dam situated along the West Fork Deep River.
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Summary
With a hydraulic height of 29.8 feet and a structural height of 32 feet, this dam serves as a recreational site with a primary purpose of providing leisure activities for visitors. The dam has a total length of 432 feet and a storage capacity of 77 acre-feet, making it an important water resource in the area.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Cox Dam Lower is maintained in satisfactory condition, as indicated by its last inspection in October 2014. With a normal storage capacity of 72 acre-feet and a surface area of 6 acres, the dam continues to provide a safe and enjoyable environment for recreational use. While not under state regulation or permitting, the dam is inspected regularly to ensure its integrity and safety for the surrounding community.
In conclusion, Cox Dam Lower serves as a vital recreational hub in Guilford County, offering opportunities for outdoor activities and water-based leisure. With its low hazard potential and satisfactory condition, the dam remains a key feature in the local landscape, providing both enjoyment and a source of water resource for the area's residents and visitors.
Dam Length |
432 |
River Or Stream |
West Fork Deep River-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
29.8 |
Nid Storage |
77 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
32 |
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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.
Cox Dam Lower