Fairfield Lake Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyGuilford
Nearest CityJamestown
River/StreamBull Run Creek
Coordinates36.03120, -79.89890

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height30 ft
Dam Length600 ft
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage276 acre-ft
Max Storage276 acre-ft
Normal Storage230 acre-ft
Surface Area23 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge330 cfs
Spillway TypeControlled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerSelco, Inc.
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection02/20/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC00592
Federal IDNC00592
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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