Raeford Dam

Cumberland County, North Carolina (near Parkton)

River/Stream: Rockfish Creek

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Earth
Height
30 ft
Dam Length
1,380 ft
Reservoir Storage
4,200 acre-ft
Year Completed
1914
Primary Purpose
Hydroelectric
Owner Type
Private
Max Discharge
25,717 cfs

Condition Assessment

SatisfactoryLast inspected: 2022-03-16

Hazard Classification: High — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Satisfactory — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
NC01202
State
North Carolina (NC)
Coordinates
34.95954, -79.00062
Age
112 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.