Robinsons Pond Dam dam
Robinsons Pond Dam
Robinsons Pond Dam, located in Ringwood, North Carolina, is a private dam with a primary purpose of recreation. Built in 1949, this earth and masonry dam stands at a structural height of 25 feet and has a hydraulic height of 18 feet. The dam stores 70 acre-feet of water, with a normal storage capacity of 58 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Bear Swamp, a river/stream that adds to the scenic beauty of the area.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program. It is subject to state jurisdiction, permitting, inspection, and enforcement to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. The last inspection of Robinsons Pond Dam was conducted in April 2002, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. The condition assessment of the dam was not rated at that time, and there have been no reported modifications or risk assessments since then.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate the unique recreational opportunities provided by Robinsons Pond Dam, as well as the importance of maintaining its safety and integrity. With its picturesque location in Halifax County, North Carolina, this dam serves as both a practical water storage facility and a serene spot for outdoor activities. The ongoing regulatory oversight ensures that the dam continues to fulfill its purpose while safeguarding the surrounding environment and community from potential risks.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Robinsons Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Roanoke River At Roanoke Rapids | 2,400 cfs | → |
| Little Fishing Creek Near White Oak | 8 cfs | → |
| Fishing Creek Near Enfield | 29 cfs | → |
| Swift Creek At Hilliardston | 858 cfs | → |
| Meherrin River Near Lawrenceville | 61 cfs | → |
| Meherrin River At Emporia | 96 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Robinsons Pond Dam.
Boat launches
- Summit Landing At Lake Gaston
- Van Warren Road Halifax County
- Wildlife Landing Northampton County
- Salmon Landing Road, Littleton
- West 5th Street 1724-1728, Roanoke Rapids
- River Road Warren County
Campgrounds
- Camp Willow Springs
- Medoc Mt. State Park
- County Line State Rec Area - Kerr Lake
- Kimball Point State Rec Area - Kerr Lake
- Camping Area A
- Host Sites
Fishing spots
Track Robinsons Pond Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Robinsons Pond Dam
Where does the data for Robinsons Pond Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Robinsons Pond Dam.