Woodman Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Woodman Dam, located in Randolph County, North Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam that serves primarily for recreational purposes along the Deep River-Tr.


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Summary

With a hydraulic height of 10 feet and a structural height of 16 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 22 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 14 acre-feet. Covering a surface area of 3.5 acres, Woodman Dam stands at a length of 385 feet and is regulated by the North Carolina Dam Safety Program.

Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, Woodman Dam is currently in fair condition as of the last assessment in February 2020. With inspections conducted every two years and emergency action preparedness information yet to be finalized, the dam presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts. As a significant structure in the region, understanding the risk management measures and potential impact assessments associated with Woodman Dam is crucial for ensuring the safety and sustainability of its surrounding environment.

With its unique design and purpose, Woodman Dam serves as an important recreational site while also posing challenges in terms of hazard potential and condition assessment. As efforts continue to maintain and monitor this structure, the collaboration between private ownership and state regulatory agencies, such as the NCDEQ Dam Safety Program, becomes essential in ensuring the long-term safety and resilience of Woodman Dam in the face of changing climate conditions and water resource management strategies.

Dam Length

385

River Or Stream

Deep River-Tr

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3.5

Hydraulic Height

10

Nid Storage

22

Structural Height

16

Hazard Potential

High

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.