Hampton Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Hampton Lake Dam, located in Riverside Va, North Carolina, is a privately-owned structure primarily used for irrigation purposes.


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Summary

The dam, constructed with earth materials, stands at a structural height of 35 feet and has a hydraulic height of 27.8 feet. With a normal storage capacity of 13.9 acre-feet, the dam serves the surrounding area by providing water for fire protection, stock, small fish ponds, and recreational activities. Despite its low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, the dam is inspected regularly to ensure its safety and functionality.

Situated on Rock Creek-Tr, the Hampton Lake Dam has a drainage area of 233 acres and a surface area of 1.25 acres. The dam's storage capacity is 17.5 acre-feet, making it an essential resource for water management in the region. While not regulated by the state, the dam undergoes inspections to maintain its integrity and operational efficiency. The last inspection in January 2018 deemed the dam to be in satisfactory condition, with no immediate concerns identified.

Even though Hampton Lake Dam does not have a designated spillway type or outlet gates, its design and construction meet the necessary requirements for its intended purposes. The dam's location in Alleghany, North Carolina, makes it a vital asset for the local community's water needs. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the management and maintenance of structures like Hampton Lake Dam are crucial to ensure sustainable water usage and resilience against extreme weather events.

Dam Length

275

River Or Stream

Rock Creek-Tr

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

1.25

Hydraulic Height

27.8

Drainage Area

233

Nid Storage

17.5

Structural Height

35

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

35
       
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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.