Salem Lake Dam
North Carolina — Forsyth County — Salem Creek
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Forsyth |
| River | Salem Creek |
| Coordinates | 36.09590, -80.19150 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 37 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| NID Storage | 9,230 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 9,230 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 298 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | January 25, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 2012 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Utility Commission |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.