Rosasco Dam Lower, also known as Victoria Lake Dam, is a privately owned structure located in Watauga, North Carolina, near the city of Elizabethton.
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This dam serves a primary purpose of recreation and is regulated by the NC Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program. With a hydraulic height of 35 feet and a structural height of 38 feet, this earth dam impounds the waters of Baird Creek-Tr, creating a surface area of 0.7 acres and a storage capacity of 11 acre-feet.
Despite its high hazard potential, Rosasco Dam Lower has been assessed as being in satisfactory condition as of November 2020. Regular inspections are conducted every two years to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure. While specific details on the dam's construction year and volume are not provided, its normal storage capacity is 8 acre-feet. The dam does not feature a spillway or outlet gates, and there are no associated locks on the structure.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Rosasco Dam Lower intriguing due to its scenic recreational setting and the technical details of its design and regulation. The dam's location in the Nashville District and its association with the Dam Safety Program offer insights into the management of water resources in the region. As a privately owned facility, it provides a unique perspective on the challenges and responsibilities associated with maintaining dams for both safety and recreation purposes.
Dam Length |
104 |
River Or Stream |
Baird Cr.-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
0.7 |
Hydraulic Height |
35 |
Nid Storage |
11 |
Structural Height |
38 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
38 |
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62cfs |
Yadkin River At Patterson
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24cfs |
Elk Creek At Elkville
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42cfs |
South Fork New River Near Jefferson
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218cfs |
Doe River At Elizabethton
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293cfs |
Watauga River At Elizabethton
|
423cfs |
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Honey Bear Campground
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Old Johns River Road
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Price Park Campground
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Julian Price - Blue Ridge Parkway
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Julian Price
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The Refuge
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