Hampton Lake Dam

Rock Creek· Alleghany, North Carolina· Earth·

Key Takeaway

Hampton Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Length275 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage18 acre-ft
Normal Storage14 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area233 sq mi
NID IDNC01406

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: January 9, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Susie J Gambill

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hampton Lake Dam?

Hampton Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Hampton Lake Dam?

Hampton Lake Dam is owned by Susie J Gambill (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Hampton Lake Dam?

Hampton Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Hampton Lake Dam last inspected?

Hampton Lake Dam was last inspected on January 9, 2018. 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.