Located in Chatham, North Carolina, Rosemont Dam is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Completed in 2002, the dam stands at a structural height of 25.5 feet with a hydraulic height of 20.4 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 72 acre-feet and a normal storage of 57 acre-feet. The dam is situated on a tributary to Kit Creek and is regulated by the North Carolina Dam Safety Program.
Despite its low hazard potential and current condition assessment of "Not Rated", Rosemont Dam undergoes state inspections, with the last inspection dating back to May 2003. The dam has a drainage area of 76 square miles and a maximum discharge of 114 cubic feet per second. Its location in the Wilmington District and its connection to recreational activities make Rosemont Dam an important water resource for the surrounding community. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will appreciate the role this dam plays in providing recreational opportunities and managing water flow in the area.
Year Completed |
2002 |
Dam Length |
590 |
River Or Stream |
tributary to Kit Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
20.4 |
Drainage Area |
76 |
Nid Storage |
72 |
Structural Height |
25.5 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
26 |