Troublesome Creek Dam

High HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateNorth Carolina
CountyRockingham
Nearest CityAltamahaw
River/StreamTroublesome Creek
Coordinates36.28270, -79.66140

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height47 ft
Dam Length1,720 ft
Year Completed1974 (52 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage21,161 acre-ft
Max Storage21,161 acre-ft
Normal Storage9,139 acre-ft
Surface Area680 acres
Drainage Area53 sq mi
Max Discharge4,972 cfs
Spillway TypeNone

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerCity of Reidsville Public Works Department
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection02/11/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDNC01599
Federal IDNC01599
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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