Rosasco Lake Dam Upper, also known as Dexter Lake, is a private dam located in Watauga, North Carolina.
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Managed by the NCDEQ Dam Safety Program, this dam serves primarily for recreation purposes. With a structural height of 30 feet and a hydraulic height of 24 feet, it provides a storage capacity of 24 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 12 acre-feet.
Situated on Bairds Creek, this dam has a hazard potential rated as high but is currently in satisfactory condition as of the last inspection in November 2020. Despite being privately owned, it falls under state jurisdiction and is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by various state agencies. Although there are no associated structures, the dam has a spillway type and width not specified in the data.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will be intrigued by the unique location and design of Rosasco Lake Dam Upper, as well as its recreational purpose and high hazard potential. The dam's compliance with state regulations and its satisfactory condition offer reassurance for those concerned about its safety and maintenance. Its presence on Bairds Creek adds to the overall ecosystem and water management in the area, making it an important component of the local environment.
Dam Length |
129 |
River Or Stream |
Bairds Cr.-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Drainage Area |
15 |
Nid Storage |
24 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
30 |
Watauga River Near Sugar Grove
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62cfs |
Yadkin River At Patterson
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24cfs |
Elk Creek At Elkville
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42cfs |
South Fork New River Near Jefferson
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218cfs |
Doe River At Elizabethton
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293cfs |
Watauga River At Elizabethton
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423cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Honey Bear Campground
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Old Johns River Road
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Price Park Campground
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Julian Price - Blue Ridge Parkway
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Julian Price
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The Refuge
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