Langdon Lake Dam #2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Langdon Lake Dam #2, located in Smithfield, North Carolina, was completed in 1954 and serves primarily for irrigation purposes.


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Summary

With a structural height of 15 feet and a hydraulic height of 12 feet, this earth dam has a storage capacity of 175 acre-feet and a surface area of 9 acres. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is currently in poor condition, as assessed in December 2017.

Situated on Swift Creek, a tributary of the Neuse River, Langdon Lake Dam #2 is owned by a private entity and is not regulated by the state. While it does not have a spillway or outlet gates, the dam does have a maximum discharge capacity of 53 cubic feet per second. The dam's inspection frequency is listed as 0, with the last inspection conducted in December 2017.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Langdon Lake Dam #2 presents an opportunity for further study on the impact of aging infrastructure on water management systems. With its historical significance and role in supporting agricultural activities in the region, there is a need to address the dam's poor condition and ensure its continued safety and functionality. Additionally, exploring ways to improve the dam's resilience to changing climate conditions can contribute to sustainable water resource management practices in the area.

Year Completed

1954

Dam Length

530

River Or Stream

Swift Creek-Tr

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

9

Hydraulic Height

12

Nid Storage

175

Structural Height

15

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

15
       
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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.