Robbins Raw Water Reservoir Dam
Robbins Raw Water Reservoir Dam is an earth dam located in Moore County, North Carolina, built in 1980. It carries a Low hazard potential classification and has a fair condition assessment.
About Robbins Raw Water Reservoir Dam
The primary purpose of Robbins Raw Water Reservoir Dam is water supply. The dam stores water for municipal, industrial, or agricultural use, helping ensure a reliable supply for the surrounding area. The dam is owned by Town Of Robbins (local government). It impounds the Bear Creek near Robbins.
The dam stands 25 feet tall and stretches 2,055 feet across, creates a reservoir covering 35 acres, and has a maximum storage capacity of 353 acre-feet. Completed in 1980, the structure is 46 years old.
This dam has a low hazard potential classification, meaning that failure would cause minimal damage, limited primarily to the dam owner's property, with no expected loss of life. Its condition is rated fair — the dam has minor deficiencies that are being addressed or do not pose an immediate safety threat. The most recent inspection on record was 05/17/2022.
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Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Moore |
| Nearest City | Robbins |
| River/Stream | Bear Creek |
| Coordinates | 35.43140, -79.60120 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 25 ft |
| Dam Length | 2,055 ft |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 353 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 353 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 294 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Spillway Type | None |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | Town of Robbins |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| Last Inspection | 05/17/2022 |
| Emergency Action Plan | No |
Identifiers
| NID ID | NC03571 |
| Federal ID | NC03571 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |