Cambro Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Smith Lake Dam Baker Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Cambro Lake Dam, located in Linden, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure built in 1945 primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
Situated on the North Prong Anderson Creek, this earth dam stands at a height of 12 feet with a hydraulic height of 10 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 173 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 144 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 65 acres and draining a watershed of 4,237 acres.
Despite its recreational use, Cambro Lake Dam poses a high hazard potential and has been rated as being in poor condition. Regular inspections are conducted with a frequency of every two years, with the most recent assessment as of January 2021. The dam is regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, ensuring compliance with state regulations for its operation and maintenance.
With its historical significance and potential risks, Cambro Lake Dam serves as a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management and conservation of dam infrastructure. As a vital component of the local ecosystem and community, ongoing monitoring and maintenance efforts are essential to ensure the safety and sustainability of this recreational facility for years to come.
Year Completed |
1945 |
Dam Length |
645 |
River Or Stream |
North Prong Anderson Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
65 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Drainage Area |
4237 |
Nid Storage |
173 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little River At Manchester
|
154cfs |
Cape Fear River At Lillington
|
472cfs |
Flat Creek Near Inverness
|
6cfs |
Buckhorn Creek Nr Corinth
|
49cfs |
Middle Creek Near Clayton
|
33cfs |
Deep River At Moncure
|
180cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Cambro Lake Dam