Smith Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Smith Dam, located in Guilford, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure along the Deep River-Tr.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 24.2 feet and has a structural height of 28.2 feet, with a total length of 340 feet. The dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a surface area of 3 acres for enthusiasts to enjoy.

With a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of December 2014, Smith Dam provides a safe and serene environment for visitors. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 29 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 34 acre-feet, with a drainage area of 75 square miles. Additionally, the dam has a maximum discharge capacity of 420 cubic feet per second, ensuring proper water management during peak flow periods.

Despite not being state regulated or permitted, Smith Dam undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and safety. With its picturesque location in Randleman and offering a variety of recreational opportunities, Smith Dam is a valuable asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts in North Carolina.

Dam Length

340

River Or Stream

Deep River-Tr

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3

Hydraulic Height

24.2

Drainage Area

75

Nid Storage

34

Structural Height

28.2

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.