Roth Dam

Hickory Creek· Guilford, North Carolina· Earth·

Key Takeaway

Roth Dam is classified as high hazard in North Carolina. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage64 acre-ft
Normal Storage56 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area55 sq mi
Max Discharge25 cfs
NID IDNC02819

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 19, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: NCDEQ, DEMLR, Dam Safety Program

Ownership

Christienne Moudden

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Roth Dam?

Roth Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Roth Dam?

Roth Dam is owned by Christienne Moudden (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Roth Dam?

Roth Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Roth Dam last inspected?

Roth Dam was last inspected on November 19, 2019. 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.