Lakeview Farm Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lakeview Farm Dam, located in Greensboro, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure that serves primarily for recreation purposes.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 17.8 feet with a structural height of 21 feet. With a total length of 360 feet and a storage capacity of 37 acre-feet, the dam is situated on Hickory Creek-Tr and covers a surface area of 4.4 acres, draining a 27-square-mile watershed.

Despite its recreational significance, Lakeview Farm Dam poses a high hazard potential due to its poor condition assessment. The last inspection conducted in November 2020 revealed areas of concern, prompting the need for more frequent assessments every two years. As a state-regulated structure under the purview of the North Carolina Dam Safety Program, the dam's enforcement, permitting, and inspection procedures are overseen by the NCDEQ, DEMLR.

With its proximity to Wilmington District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Lakeview Farm Dam's condition and risk management measures are crucial for ensuring the safety and sustainability of the surrounding community. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the complexities of this private dam's operations and potential hazards can shed light on the importance of proactive maintenance and regulatory compliance to safeguard both the environment and public safety.

Dam Length

360

River Or Stream

Hickory Creek-Tr

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4.4

Hydraulic Height

17.8

Drainage Area

27

Nid Storage

37

Structural Height

21

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

21
       
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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.