Simpson Lake Dam
North Carolina — Rockingham County — Troublesome Creek
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Rockingham |
| River | Troublesome Creek |
| Coordinates | 36.27420, -79.84540 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 28 ft |
| Dam Height | — |
| Dam Length | 426 ft |
| NID Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | January 28, 2025 |
| Inspection Frequency | — |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1958 |
| Primary Purpose | Irrigation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Donna D Smith |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.