Cathedral Of His Glory Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Located in Guilford, North Carolina, the Cathedral of His Glory Dam, also known as the Christian Word Dam, is a privately owned structure regulated by the North Carolina Dam Safety Program.
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Summary
This earth dam, standing at a hydraulic height of 15.9 feet and a structural height of 19.2 feet, serves primarily for recreational purposes along the Richland Creek-Tr. With a storage capacity of 19 acre-feet and a surface area of 2.5 acres, the dam offers a picturesque setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Despite its fair condition assessment and high hazard potential, the Cathedral of His Glory Dam is subject to regular inspections by state regulatory agencies to ensure its safety and compliance. The last inspection was conducted in April 2020, with a frequency of every 2 years. Emergency action plans are in place, although their last revision dates back to 2012, highlighting the need for ongoing risk management measures and updates. The dam is not associated with the US Army Corps of Engineers, signaling the responsibility of the private owners in maintaining its integrity.
As a notable feature in the region's landscape, the Cathedral of His Glory Dam stands as a testament to the intersection of human engineering and natural beauty. Its role in providing recreational opportunities along the Richland Creek-Tr underscores the importance of sustainable water resource management and climate-conscious infrastructure development. With continued monitoring and risk assessment, this dam serves as a symbol of both the challenges and opportunities in safeguarding our water resources for future generations.
Dam Length |
183 |
River Or Stream |
Richland Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
15.9 |
Nid Storage |
19 |
Structural Height |
19.2 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
19 |
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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.
Cathedral Of His Glory Dam