Heron'S Nest Dam
North Carolina — Guilford County — Haw River
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Guilford |
| River | Haw River |
| Coordinates | 36.17330, -80.01440 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 20 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| NID Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | March 19, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1955 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Heron's Nest Homeowners Association, Inc. |
| Other Name | Blaylock Lake Dam |
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.