Woodleaf Quarry Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Coolemee Waller Dam
Last Updated: December 24, 2025
Woodleaf Quarry Dam, located in Woodleaf, North Carolina, was completed in 1974 for the primary purpose of storing tailings.
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Summary
This private earth dam stands at a structural height of 50 feet and has a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet. Situated on Third Creek-Tr, the dam poses a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition assessment as of the last inspection in November 2016.
Despite not being state regulated, Woodleaf Quarry Dam undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and integrity. With a history dating back to the 1970s, this dam serves as a significant water resource structure in Rowan County. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Woodleaf Quarry Dam offers an intriguing case study of a privately owned earth dam that plays a vital role in managing water resources in the region.
Year Completed |
1974 |
River Or Stream |
Third Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
80 |
Structural Height |
50 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
50 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Second Creek Near Barber
|
41cfs |
South Yadkin River Near Mocksville
|
170cfs |
Yadkin River At Yadkin College
|
1770cfs |
Hunting Creek Near Harmony
|
102cfs |
Abbotts Creek At Lexington
|
33cfs |
Coddle Cr At Sr 1612 Near Davidson
|
6cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Woodleaf Quarry Dam