Winston-salem Forsyth County Lagoon #1 Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyForsyth
Nearest CityWinston Salem
River/StreamSalem Creek
Coordinates36.04020, -80.30170

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height12 ft
Dam Length2,500 ft

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage70 acre-ft
Max Storage70 acre-ft
Normal Storage55 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerWinston-Salem/Forsyth County Utilities
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection02/16/2024
Emergency Action PlanNo

Identifiers

NID IDNC06602
Federal IDNC06602
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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