Rogers Lake Dam Upper Reservoir Report
Nearby: Rogers Lake Dam Lower Adams Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Rogers Lake Dam Upper, located in Taylorsville, North Carolina, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock water supply, and as a small fish pond.
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Summary
This private earth dam has a hydraulic height of 20 feet and a structural height of 22 feet, with a storage capacity of 28 acre-feet and a surface area of 2.3 acres. The dam, built on Glade Creek-Tr, is under state inspection but is not regulated by the state.
Although the dam is in fair condition according to a 2018 assessment, it has been deemed to have a significant hazard potential. The last inspection in December 2018 revealed no major issues, and the dam meets emergency action plan guidelines. The dam does not have associated structures or outlet gates, and there have been no modifications since its construction.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Rogers Lake Dam Upper presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned dam with multiple beneficial uses. Its location in Alexander County, North Carolina, highlights the importance of small dams in providing essential services to local communities, while also emphasizing the need for regular inspections and maintenance to ensure safety and efficiency. With its unique features and significant hazard potential, Rogers Lake Dam Upper offers a valuable insight into the management of water resources in the region.
River Or Stream |
Glade Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Drainage Area |
38 |
Nid Storage |
28 |
Structural Height |
22 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
22 |
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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.
Rogers Lake Dam Upper