Robbins Raw Water Reservoir Dam

Bear Creek· Moore, North Carolina· Built 1980· Earth·
Low Hazard Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Robbins Raw Water Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Length2,055 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage353 acre-ft
Normal Storage294 acre-ft
Surface Area35 acres
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)
NID IDNC03571

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: May 17, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Town of Robbins

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Robbins Raw Water Reservoir Dam?

Robbins Raw Water Reservoir 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 Robbins Raw Water Reservoir Dam?

Robbins Raw Water Reservoir Dam is owned by Town of Robbins (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Robbins Raw Water Reservoir Dam built?

Robbins Raw Water Reservoir Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Robbins Raw Water Reservoir Dam?

Robbins Raw Water Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Robbins Raw Water Reservoir Dam last inspected?

Robbins Raw Water Reservoir Dam was last inspected on May 17, 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.