Hester Lake Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Hester Lake Dam, located in Rockingham, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure built for irrigation purposes on Troublesome Creek-Tr.
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Summary
Completed in 1946, this earth and stone dam stands at a height of 25 feet with a hydraulic height of 20.7 feet. With a storage capacity of 240 acre-feet and a drainage area of 4,262 acres, the dam serves the surrounding area with a normal storage capacity of 199 acre-feet.
Despite its crucial role in irrigation, the dam's condition assessment is marked as poor, with a hazard potential classified as low. The last inspection conducted in February 2016 revealed the need for maintenance and improvement to ensure the dam's safety and functionality. While the dam is state-regulated and inspected, its overall condition calls for attention to address any potential risks and enhance its resilience in the face of changing climate conditions.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Hester Lake Dam represents a significant infrastructure in North Carolina's water management system. As a vital component for irrigation purposes, the dam's maintenance and upkeep are essential to ensure its continued operation and safety. With its location in the Wilmington District and proximity to the city of Foushee, the dam plays a crucial role in water storage and management for the surrounding area, highlighting the importance of sustainable infrastructure practices in the face of climate variability and water resource challenges.
Year Completed |
1946 |
Dam Length |
169 |
River Or Stream |
Troublesome Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
24 |
Hydraulic Height |
20.7 |
Drainage Area |
4262 |
Nid Storage |
240 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
25 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Hester Lake Dam