Grogan Estate Lake Dam

Big Beaver Island Creek· Rockingham, North Carolina· Built 1958· Earth·
High Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Grogan Estate Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage56 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area71 sq mi
Max Discharge396 cfs
Year Completed1958 (68 years old)
NID IDNC00572

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: January 8, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Kristen N Tilley-Hudy

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Grogan Estate Lake Dam?

Grogan Estate Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Grogan Estate Lake Dam?

Grogan Estate Lake Dam is owned by Kristen N Tilley-Hudy (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Grogan Estate Lake Dam built?

Grogan Estate Lake Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Grogan Estate Lake Dam?

Grogan Estate Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Grogan Estate Lake Dam last inspected?

Grogan Estate Lake Dam was last inspected on January 8, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.