Oakhaven Dam # 1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Oakhaven Dam # 1, located in Rockingham, North Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.


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Summary

With a hydraulic height of 18.6 feet and a structural height of 25.3 feet, this dam spans 379 feet in length and has a normal storage capacity of 18 acre-feet. Situated on Wolf Island Creek-Tr, Oakhaven Dam # 1 serves as a low hazard potential structure with a satisfactory condition assessment as of December 2012.

Although not regulated by the state, Oakhaven Dam # 1 is subject to periodic inspections to ensure its safety and functionality. The last inspection took place in December 2012, with a frequency of 0 indicating the need for more regular assessments in the future. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has a designated emergency action plan (EAP) status of unknown, suggesting a potential area for improvement in emergency preparedness protocols.

Overall, Oakhaven Dam # 1 stands as a recreational asset in Rockingham, North Carolina, offering a surface area of 2.5 acres for outdoor enjoyment. While it may not be a significant water management structure, its presence contributes to the local landscape and provides a unique opportunity for residents and visitors to appreciate the natural beauty of the Wolf Island Creek-Tr watershed.

Dam Length

379

River Or Stream

Wolf Island Creek-Tr

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2.5

Hydraulic Height

18.6

Drainage Area

650

Nid Storage

30

Structural Height

25.3

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

25
       
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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.