Rowland Lake Dam Lower

South Fork River· Gaston, North Carolina· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage70 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDNC01675

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: October 25, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Glenn Rowland

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rowland Lake Dam Lower?

Rowland Lake Dam Lower 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 Rowland Lake Dam Lower?

Rowland Lake Dam Lower is owned by Glenn Rowland (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Rowland Lake Dam Lower?

Rowland Lake Dam Lower 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 Rowland Lake Dam Lower last inspected?

Rowland Lake Dam Lower was last inspected on October 25, 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.