Cagle Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Cagle Lake Dam, located in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, is a private earth dam constructed in 1953 for recreational purposes.


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Summary

The dam has a hydraulic height of 18 feet and a structural height of 21 feet, with a length of 300 feet. It provides a storage capacity of 52 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 43 acre-feet.

Despite being privately owned and not regulated by the state, Cagle Lake Dam has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition. The last inspection was conducted in August 1976, with no recent updates on the dam's condition or emergency action plan. The dam's primary purpose is for recreation, with a surface area of 5 acres and a maximum discharge capacity of 132 cubic feet per second.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in Cagle Lake Dam can appreciate its historical significance as a recreational water source in Halifax County. The dam's location on the Roanoke River-Tr provides a serene and picturesque setting for outdoor activities. While the dam's condition assessment is not rated, its low hazard potential suggests minimal risk to surrounding areas. Further monitoring and inspection may be necessary to ensure the safety and integrity of Cagle Lake Dam for future generations of water and nature enthusiasts.

Year Completed

1953

Dam Length

300

River Or Stream

Roanoke River-Tr

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

Hydraulic Height

18

Nid Storage

52

Structural Height

21

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

21
       
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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.