Rouse Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Davis Pond Dam Davis Millpond Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Rouse Pond Dam, located in Duplin, North Carolina, is a privately owned Earth dam that serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
With a structural height of 15 feet and a storage capacity of 151 acre-feet, this dam sits on the Ne Cape Fear-Tr river/stream and covers a surface area of 14.7 acres, with a drainage area of 1120 acres. Despite being non-state regulated, the dam is subject to regular state inspections to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.
The dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment as of the last inspection in July 2020. While the dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) prepared or updated, it meets state inspection requirements and has not undergone any modifications in recent years. The risk assessment, DSAC assignment date, and risk management measures for the dam are all currently unavailable, indicating a need for further evaluation and planning to ensure the safety and security of the structure.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Rouse Pond Dam presents an interesting case study of a privately owned dam used primarily for recreational purposes. The dam's location on the Ne Cape Fear-Tr river/stream, its structural specifications, and storage capacity all contribute to its unique characteristics. With a focus on state inspections and safety measures, there is potential for ongoing monitoring and assessment to enhance the resilience and effectiveness of the dam in the face of changing environmental conditions and potential risks.
River Or Stream |
Ne Cape Fear-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14.7 |
Drainage Area |
1120 |
Nid Storage |
151 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Bear Creek At Mays Store
|
98cfs |
Neuse River At Kinston
|
1090cfs |
Neuse River Near Goldsboro
|
1460cfs |
Trent River Near Trenton
|
19cfs |
Northeast Cape Fear River Near Chinquapin
|
549cfs |
Contentnea Creek At Hookerton
|
466cfs |
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.
Rouse Pond Dam