Hillsdale Farm Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Hillsdale Farm Dam, located in Guilford, North Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1926 for recreational purposes.


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Summary

Situated on the Reedy Fork Creek-Tr, this picturesque dam has a hydraulic height of 9.8 feet and a structural height of 15.7 feet, with a total length of 271 feet. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 47 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 75 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 12 acres and draining a watershed area of 245 acres.

Despite its age, Hillsdale Farm Dam remains in satisfactory condition with a low hazard potential, as last assessed in 2014. It is inspected regularly, with the last inspection conducted in December 2014. The dam is not state-regulated and does not require permits for operation, but it does undergo state inspections to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. With its tranquil setting and recreational purpose, Hillsdale Farm Dam serves as both a scenic attraction and a functional water resource for the local community, offering a peaceful retreat for water resource and climate enthusiasts alike.

In the midst of North Carolina's natural beauty, Hillsdale Farm Dam stands as a historical landmark that continues to provide recreational opportunities while maintaining its structural integrity. With its serene waters and lush surroundings, this dam embodies the harmonious blend of human intervention and natural landscape, making it a must-visit destination for those passionate about water resources and climate preservation.

Year Completed

1926

Dam Length

271

River Or Stream

Reedy Fork Creek-Tr

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

12

Hydraulic Height

9.8

Drainage Area

245

Nid Storage

75

Structural Height

15.7

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

16
       
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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.