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Green Lake Dam in Robbins, North Carolina, is a privately-owned earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes. Completed in 1960, this dam stands at a structural height of 25 feet with a hydraulic height of 22 feet, stretching 590 feet in length. It provides a storage capacity of 84 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 70 acre-feet across its 12-acre surface area.
Managed by the North Carolina Dam Safety Program, R. Green Lake Dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced by state agencies to ensure its safety and compliance with guidelines. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is assessed to be in fair condition as of May 2017. With a five-year inspection frequency, emergency action plans and risk assessments are yet to be prepared for this dam, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance efforts.
Located along Mill Creek-Os, this dam offers recreational opportunities for the local community and visitors, serving as a picturesque spot in Moore County. With its rich history and significant role in water resource management, R. Green Lake Dam stands as a testament to the importance of maintaining infrastructure for both recreational and safety purposes in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
590 |
River Or Stream |
Mill Creek-Os |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Nid Storage |
84 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
25 |
Little River Near Star
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16cfs |
Drowning Creek Near Hoffman
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181cfs |
Tick Creek Near Mount Vernon Springs
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4cfs |
Pee Dee R Nr Rockingham
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1830cfs |
Deep River At Ramseur
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84cfs |
Flat Creek Near Inverness
|
7cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Camp Reeves
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Loblolly Campsite
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Camp Durant
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Sweetgum Campsite
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Hickory Campsite
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