Cultural Center Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 14, 2025

Cultural Center Lake Dam, also known as Country Club Lake Dam, is a privately owned structure located in Lumberton, North Carolina.


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Summary

Built in 1965, this earth dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, providing a serene setting for outdoor activities and water-based leisure. With a hydraulic height of 3.5 feet and a structural height of 8.5 feet, the dam holds a normal storage capacity of 249 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 93 acres.

Situated on the Gum Swamp river, Cultural Center Lake Dam plays a crucial role in regulating water flow and managing the drainage area of 23,740 acres. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam's condition has not been officially rated as of the last inspection in 2008. While the State of North Carolina oversees its regulation, permitting, and inspection, the dam's emergency preparedness and risk assessment measures remain unclear. With its rich history and importance for local recreation, Cultural Center Lake Dam stands as a significant landmark in Robeson County, offering a glimpse into the intersection of water resources and cultural heritage in the region.

Year Completed

1965

Dam Length

6000

River Or Stream

Gum Swamp

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

93

Hydraulic Height

3.5

Drainage Area

23740

Nid Storage

956

Structural Height

8.5

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

9
       
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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.