Methodist Camp Lake Dam

UT to Haw River· Rockingham, North Carolina· Built 1968· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Methodist Camp Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length384 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage127 acre-ft
Normal Storage110 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area1,958 sq mi
Max Discharge132 cfs
Year Completed1968 (58 years old)
NID IDNC00563

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: March 15, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Guilrock United Methodist Church

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Methodist Camp Lake Dam?

Methodist Camp 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 Methodist Camp Lake Dam?

Methodist Camp Lake Dam is owned by Guilrock United Methodist Church (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Methodist Camp Lake Dam built?

Methodist Camp Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Methodist Camp Lake Dam?

Methodist Camp 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 Methodist Camp Lake Dam last inspected?

Methodist Camp Lake Dam was last inspected on March 15, 2022. 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.