Tar River Reservoir Dam

High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyNash
Nearest CityRocky Mount
River/StreamTar River
Coordinates35.89900, -77.88500

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height35 ft
Dam Length500 ft
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage13,440 acre-ft
Max Storage13,440 acre-ft
Normal Storage11,200 acre-ft
Surface Area1,000 acres
Drainage Area775 sq mi
Max Discharge66 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeOther
OwnerCity of Rocky Mount
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
Last Inspection01/07/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC00913
Federal IDNC00913
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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