Gilmore Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Sizemore Lake Dam Dodson Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Gilmore Dam in Randolph, North Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam that serves primarily for recreation purposes.
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Summary
The dam stands at a structural height of 25.4 feet with a hydraulic height of 21.6 feet, creating a reservoir with a normal storage capacity of 51.8 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 61 acre-feet. Located on Sandy Ck-Tr, the dam has a low hazard potential and was last inspected in February 2018, with a satisfactory condition assessment noted.
While Gilmore Dam does not have associated structures or locks, it is regulated and permitted by the North Carolina Dam Safety Program, ensuring that it meets state inspection and enforcement requirements. The dam's location in the Wilmington District and its proximity to Mark Walker's congressional district further highlight its importance within the region. Despite its relatively small surface area of 6 acres, Gilmore Dam continues to provide a valuable source of recreation for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area.
Dam Length |
365 |
River Or Stream |
Sandy Ck-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
21.6 |
Nid Storage |
61 |
Structural Height |
25.4 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
Gilmore Dam