Central District Swm Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Central District Swm Dam, located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, is a gravity dam completed in 2013 for flood risk reduction on Bath Branch.


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Summary

With a hydraulic height of 28 feet and a structural height of 31 feet, the dam spans 718 feet and has a storage capacity of 55 acre-feet. The dam is state-regulated by the NCDEQ Dam Safety Program, ensuring regular inspections and enforcement to maintain its integrity.

This dam serves as a crucial infrastructure for the local government of Forsyth County, providing flood protection for the surrounding area. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated," with the last inspection conducted in July 2017. Emergency action plans and risk management measures for the dam are not specified in the available data, suggesting the need for further evaluation and preparedness in case of emergencies.

Central District Swm Dam plays a vital role in safeguarding the community from potential flood risks, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the significance of such structures in mitigating natural disasters is essential for promoting resilience and sustainability in the face of changing environmental conditions.

Year Completed

2013

Dam Length

718

River Or Stream

Bath Branch

Primary Dam Type

Gravity

Surface Area

3

Hydraulic Height

28

Drainage Area

355

Nid Storage

55

Structural Height

31

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

31
       
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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.