Newman-Bowman Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ed Wilkins Dam Washburn Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Newman-Bowman Dam, located in Rockingham, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
This earth dam on Troublesome Creek-Tr stands at 17.5 feet tall with a hydraulic height of 15.8 feet, providing a storage capacity of 17 acre-feet. The dam, regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality Dam Safety Program, is considered to have a high hazard potential but is currently assessed to be in fair condition as of the last inspection in December 2019.
The dam, completed in an unspecified year, covers a surface area of 2 acres and has a drainage area of 78 square miles. Despite lacking certain features like spillways and outlet gates, Newman-Bowman Dam has been deemed safe for recreation purposes as it meets state inspection and enforcement requirements. With its location in a picturesque setting and its recreational focus, the dam serves as a valuable water resource for both locals and visitors to enjoy outdoor activities in the scenic surroundings of Troublesome Creek-Tr.
Dam Length |
230 |
River Or Stream |
Troublesome Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Hydraulic Height |
15.8 |
Drainage Area |
78 |
Nid Storage |
17 |
Structural Height |
17.5 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
18 |
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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.
Newman-Bowman Dam