Lake Windemere Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Lake Windemere Dam, located in Guilford County, North Carolina, is a vital structure managed by the local government for recreational purposes.
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Summary
The dam, primarily designed for earth retention, stands at a hydraulic height of 21.9 feet and a structural height of 25.5 feet. With a storage capacity of 31 acre-feet and a surface area of 3 acres, the dam plays a crucial role in providing water resources for the surrounding area.
Despite its fair condition assessment, Lake Windemere Dam poses a high hazard potential, emphasizing the importance of regular inspections and maintenance. The dam is regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, ensuring that all necessary permits, inspections, and enforcement actions are carried out to uphold safety standards. The last inspection in April 2020 indicated a need for ongoing monitoring and risk management measures to mitigate potential hazards.
As a key feature in the Horsepen Creek-Tr watershed, Lake Windemere Dam not only serves as a recreational site but also plays a significant role in water resource management in the region. Its strategic location in Greensboro, North Carolina, highlights the importance of maintaining the dam's integrity to safeguard against potential risks and ensure the sustainable use of water resources in the area for years to come.
Dam Length |
235 |
River Or Stream |
Horsepen Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
21.9 |
Drainage Area |
79 |
Nid Storage |
31 |
Structural Height |
25.5 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
26 |
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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.
Lake Windemere Dam