Randolph Mill Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Randolph Mill Lake Dam, located in Franklinville, North Carolina, is a concrete structure built in 1880 primarily for recreational purposes.


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Summary

The dam stands at a hydraulic height of 16 feet and a structural height of 18 feet, with a length of 550 feet. It impounds the Deep River, creating a surface area of 5 acres and a storage capacity of 300 acre-feet.

Despite being privately owned and not regulated by the state, Randolph Mill Lake Dam is inspected regularly, with the last assessment in December 2012 rating its condition as satisfactory and its hazard potential as low. The dam has not undergone any significant modifications since its construction, and does not have emergency action plans or inundation maps prepared.

With its historical significance and scenic setting along the Deep River, Randolph Mill Lake Dam serves as a popular recreational spot for visitors and locals alike. Its robust design and maintenance practices ensure the safety of the surrounding community and the preservation of this picturesque water resource in Randolph County.

Year Completed

1880

Dam Length

550

River Or Stream

Deep River

Primary Dam Type

Concrete

Surface Area

5

Hydraulic Height

16

Drainage Area

102

Nid Storage

300

Structural Height

18

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

18
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.