Leggett Lake Dam

Hog Swamp· Robeson, North Carolina· Built 1935· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Leggett Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length592 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage112 acre-ft
Normal Storage93 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area384 sq mi
Max Discharge26 cfs
Year Completed1935 (91 years old)
NID IDNC01177

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: April 1, 2008
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Camp4Heroes, Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Leggett Lake Dam?

Leggett 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 Leggett Lake Dam?

Leggett Lake Dam is owned by Camp4Heroes, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Leggett Lake Dam built?

Leggett Lake Dam was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Leggett Lake Dam?

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

When was Leggett Lake Dam last inspected?

Leggett Lake Dam was last inspected on April 1, 2008. 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.