Rock Lake Dam

Rock House Creek· Rockingham, North Carolina· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Rock Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length191 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage41 acre-ft
Normal Storage17 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Max Discharge2,435 cfs
NID IDNC03953

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 11, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Eric F Schaffer

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rock Lake Dam?

Rock 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 Rock Lake Dam?

Rock Lake Dam is owned by Eric F Schaffer (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Rock Lake Dam?

Rock 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 Rock Lake Dam last inspected?

Rock Lake Dam was last inspected on January 11, 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.