Blue Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Hawks Lake Dam Shopshire Dam
Last Updated: December 8, 2025
Blue Dam in Rockford, North Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam located on the Fisher River-Tr.
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Summary
It serves multiple purposes including fire protection and providing a small fish pond. With a hydraulic height of 15.7 feet and a structural height of 18.7 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 19.4 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 16 acre-feet.
The dam, with a length of 550 feet and a surface area of 2.6 acres, plays a vital role in the region's water resource management. Despite its fair condition assessment and high hazard potential, the dam is regularly inspected by the North Carolina Dam Safety Program to ensure its safety and functionality. Situated in Surry County, the dam serves as a critical infrastructure for the local community, providing essential water resources for fire protection and recreational purposes.
Maintaining a balance between water resource management and climate resilience, Blue Dam highlights the importance of private ownership in ensuring the safety and sustainability of critical infrastructure. With a history of serving the community and providing essential water services, the dam continues to play a significant role in the region's water management efforts. As climate change impacts water resources, the resilience of dams like Blue Dam becomes increasingly crucial in safeguarding communities and ecosystems against potential risks and challenges.
Dam Length |
550 |
River Or Stream |
Fisher River-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.6 |
Hydraulic Height |
15.7 |
Drainage Area |
108 |
Nid Storage |
19.4 |
Structural Height |
18.7 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
19 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Fisher River Near Copeland
|
177cfs |
Ararat River At Ararat
|
138cfs |
Mitchell River Near State Road
|
57cfs |
Little Yadkin River At Dalton
|
14cfs |
Yadkin River At Elkin
|
728cfs |
Dan River Near Francisco
|
80cfs |
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.
Blue Dam