Roanoke Rapids
North Carolina — Northampton County
Location
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Northampton |
| Coordinates | 36.48170, -77.67330 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 72 ft |
| Dam Height | 72 ft |
| Dam Length | 3,050 ft |
| NID Storage | 80,690 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 80,690 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4,600 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | — |
| Last Inspection | — |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1955 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | — |
| Owner Type | — |
| Owner | Virginia Electric and Power Company |
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.