Roberdel Lake Dam dam
Roberdel Lake Dam
Roberdel Lake Dam in Rockingham, North Carolina, is a local government-owned structure regulating Hitchcock Creek. This concrete dam stands at a hydraulic height of 23 feet and a structural height of 30 feet, with a length of 365 feet. The dam serves primarily for hydroelectric purposes, contributing to the state's energy production and supporting recreational activities in the area.
With a storage capacity of 1,312 acre-feet and a normal storage of 720 acre-feet, Roberdel Lake Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region. Its condition is assessed as fair, with a significant hazard potential, prompting biennial inspections to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam's last inspection in December 2016 revealed its stable state, although ongoing risk management measures and emergency preparedness are essential components for its continued operation.
Located within the Wilmington District of North Carolina, Roberdel Lake Dam's strategic position along Hitchcock Creek contributes to the overall water management and ecological balance of the region. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the dam's role in providing both energy and recreational opportunities underscores the importance of its maintenance and regulatory oversight by state agencies. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate adaptation can appreciate the intricate balance of human infrastructure and natural ecosystems exemplified by Roberdel Lake Dam.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Roberdel Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Pee Dee R Nr Rockingham | 1,810 cfs | → |
| Drowning Creek Near Hoffman | 43 cfs | → |
| Pee Dee River Nr Bennettsville | 2,140 cfs | → |
| Big Shoe Heel Creek Nr Laurinburg | 28 cfs | → |
| Lumber River Near Maxton | 187 cfs | → |
| Rocky River Near Norwood | 166 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Roberdel Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- West Us 74 Highway 1333, Rockingham
- State Road 1759, Lilesville
- Lilly’S Bridge Access Area
- Niagara Carthage Road 3326, Whispering Pines
- Shadow Drive 93, Whispering Pines
- Dewberry Drive Whispering Pines
Campgrounds
- Chalk Banks - Lumber River State Park
- Cheraw State Park
- Loblolly Campsite
- Sweetgum Campsite
- Hickory Campsite
- Camp Durant
Fishing spots
- Baldwins Pond
- Blewett Falls Lake Grassy Island
- Broadacres Lake
- Broadacres Lakes
- Big Branch
- Arrowhead Lake
Track Roberdel Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Roberdel Lake Dam
Where does the data for Roberdel Lake Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Significant hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Roberdel Lake Dam.