Roxboro Retention Basin Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

The Roxboro Retention Basin Dam in North Carolina is a concrete structure completed in 2018 with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.


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Summary

Standing at a hydraulic height of 30 feet and a length of 1180 feet, the dam provides a maximum storage capacity of 128 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 16.9 acres. It is owned by a public utility and regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program.

This dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in Person County, North Carolina, by controlling the flow of water and reducing the risk of flooding in the surrounding area. With a high hazard potential but a satisfactory condition assessment, the Roxboro Retention Basin Dam undergoes regular inspections and has emergency action plans in place to ensure the safety of nearby communities in case of any unforeseen events.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find the Roxboro Retention Basin Dam a fascinating example of infrastructure designed to mitigate the impacts of extreme weather events and protect the local environment. Its strategic location and operational efficiency contribute to the overall resilience of the region's water management system, highlighting the importance of proactive measures in addressing the challenges posed by a changing climate.

Year Completed

2018

Dam Length

1180

Primary Dam Type

Concrete

Surface Area

16.9

Hydraulic Height

30

Drainage Area

20

Nid Storage

128

Structural Height

30

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

30
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.