Rose's Warehouse Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Rowland Lake Dam Fox Reservior Dam
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Rose's Warehouse Dam, located in Vance County, North Carolina, serves multiple purposes including fire protection and as a stock or small fish pond.
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Summary
This private-owned earth dam stands at a structural height of 20 feet and has a storage capacity of 30 acre-feet. Despite its small size, the dam is regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, ensuring that it meets safety standards for inspection, enforcement, and permitting.
The dam's location on Martin Creek-Os not only provides essential water resources for the surrounding area but also poses a high hazard potential. However, recent inspections have deemed its condition as satisfactory, with a last assessment date in February 2020. The dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) prepared, potentially affecting its ability to respond to emergencies effectively. With its proximity to a residential area, it is crucial for stakeholders to prioritize the development of EAPs and risk management measures to ensure the safety of the community in case of any unforeseen incidents.
Overall, Rose's Warehouse Dam represents a vital infrastructure for water resource management in the region. As climate change impacts continue to affect water availability and quality, it is imperative for dam owners, regulators, and stakeholders to collaborate on enhancing safety measures, emergency preparedness, and risk assessment protocols. By proactively addressing these aspects, Rose's Warehouse Dam can continue to serve its purposes effectively while safeguarding the surrounding environment and community from potential hazards.
River Or Stream |
Martin Creek-Os |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
30 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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.
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Rose's Warehouse Dam