Weston Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Robbins Lake Dam Foster Sikes Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Weston Dam in North Carolina, along Big Alamance Creek-Tr, stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management for recreation.
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Summary
Completed in 1981, this privately owned Earth dam serves a primary purpose of recreation, offering a serene 5.7-acre surface area for visitors to enjoy. With a hydraulic height of 17.6 feet and a structural height of 22.2 feet, Weston Dam provides a tranquil oasis in Guilford County where outdoor enthusiasts can appreciate the beauty of the surrounding landscape.
Despite its low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, the dam has not been inspected since January 2013. However, with a normal storage capacity of 40 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 51 acre-feet, Weston Dam continues to play a vital role in managing water resources in the area. The dam's maximum discharge of 219 cubic feet per second ensures proper water flow while maintaining the safety of nearby communities.
As climate change impacts water resources worldwide, the maintenance and inspection of dams like Weston Dam become increasingly crucial. With its important role in recreation and water management, Weston Dam serves as a reminder of the need for sustainable practices to protect our precious water sources for future generations of climate enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.
Year Completed |
1981 |
Dam Length |
469 |
River Or Stream |
Big Alamance Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.7 |
Hydraulic Height |
17.6 |
Drainage Area |
82 |
Nid Storage |
51 |
Structural Height |
22.2 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
22 |
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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.
Weston Dam