Robinsons Pond Dam

Bear Swamp· Halifax, North Carolina· Built 1949· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Robinsons Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length275 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage70 acre-ft
Normal Storage58 acre-ft
Max Discharge165 cfs
Year Completed1949 (77 years old)
NID IDNC00832

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: November 17, 2021
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Champion International Corp.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Robinsons Pond Dam?

Robinsons Pond 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 Robinsons Pond Dam?

Robinsons Pond Dam is owned by Champion International Corp. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Robinsons Pond Dam built?

Robinsons Pond Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Robinsons Pond Dam?

Robinsons Pond 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 Robinsons Pond Dam last inspected?

Robinsons Pond Dam was last inspected on November 17, 2021. 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.