Greensboro National Golf Course Dam #1, located in Rockingham, North Carolina, along the Haw River, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreational purposes.
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Standing at a hydraulic height of 16.2 feet and a structural height of 20.1 feet, this dam was completed in 1994 and has a storage capacity of 17 acre-feet. With a surface area of 2.1 acres and draining an area of 68 square miles, this dam plays a crucial role in providing water resources for the surrounding community.
Despite its high hazard potential, the dam is currently in fair condition as of the last inspection in December 2020. It is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (NCDEQ) Dam Safety Program, ensuring its compliance with state regulations and safety standards. The dam also has an emergency action plan (EAP) in place, although it was last revised in July 1995, raising questions about its current effectiveness in case of a potential emergency.
Overall, Greensboro National Golf Course Dam #1 serves as a vital infrastructure for both recreation and water resource management in the area. Its existence highlights the importance of proper maintenance, inspection, and emergency preparedness to ensure the safety and functionality of dams in the face of climate change and increasing water resource challenges.
Year Completed |
1994 |
Dam Length |
300 |
River Or Stream |
Haw River - Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.1 |
Hydraulic Height |
16.2 |
Drainage Area |
68 |
Nid Storage |
17 |
Structural Height |
20.1 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
20 |