Tar River Reservoir Dam
High HazardSatisfactory ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Nash |
| Nearest City | Rocky Mount |
| River/Stream | Tar River |
| Coordinates | 35.89900, -77.88500 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 35 ft |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 13,440 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 13,440 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 11,200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,000 acres |
| Drainage Area | 775 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 66 cfs |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Other |
| Owner | City of Rocky Mount |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | High |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| Last Inspection | 01/07/2025 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |