Roundezvous Campground Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Roundezvous Campground Lake Dam is a private dam located in Fairview, North Carolina, within Buncombe County.


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Summary

This Earth dam, standing at a hydraulic height of 17.7 feet and a structural height of 21 feet, serves primarily for recreational purposes with a storage capacity of 19 acre-feet. Despite being state-regulated and inspected, the dam's hazard potential is deemed significant, although its condition assessment is fair as of the last inspection in January 2014.

Situated along the Gap Creek-Tr river system, Roundezvous Campground Lake Dam spans 705 feet in length, covering a surface area of 1.5 acres. While the dam lacks certain features such as spillways, locks, and outlet gates, it remains a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts seeking water-based activities. With its proximity to the scenic surroundings of Fairview, the dam offers visitors a tranquil setting for relaxation and enjoyment, making it a valuable asset for the local community.

As climate change continues to impact water resources and infrastructure, Roundezvous Campground Lake Dam stands as a reminder of the importance of maintaining and monitoring such structures for public safety and environmental sustainability. With a focus on risk assessment and management measures, efforts to ensure the dam's resilience in the face of potential hazards are essential for protecting both the surrounding ecosystem and the recreational opportunities it provides.

Dam Length

705

River Or Stream

Gap Creek-Tr

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

1.5

Hydraulic Height

17.7

Nid Storage

19

Structural Height

21

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

21
       
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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.