Newkirk Lake Dam dam
Newkirk Lake Dam
Newkirk Lake Dam, located in Wallace, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure built in 1850 for recreational purposes on Rockfish Creek. The dam stands at a structural height of 12 feet, with a length of 770 feet, and has a storage capacity of 100 acre-feet. Despite being classified as a low hazard potential dam, it received a satisfactory condition assessment during the last inspection in October 2015.
Owned and operated by a private entity, Newkirk Lake Dam is not regulated by the state authorities but undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam does not have a spillway or outlet gates, and there are no associated structures or locks. While it does not fall under the jurisdiction of the US Army Corps of Engineers, the dam serves as a recreational hub for the local community, offering opportunities for fishing, boating, and other water-based activities.
With its historic significance and role in providing recreational opportunities, Newkirk Lake Dam stands as a testament to the intersection of water resource management and climate considerations. As enthusiasts interested in water infrastructure and environmental conservation, the dam serves as a case study in balancing the needs of human recreation with the preservation of natural ecosystems.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Newkirk Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Black River Near Tomahawk | 80 cfs | → |
| Northeast Cape Fear River Near Chinquapin | 43 cfs | → |
| Cape Fear R At Lock #1 Nr Kelly | 1,410 cfs | → |
| New River Near Gum Branch | 32 cfs | → |
| Bear Creek At Mays Store | 98 cfs | → |
| Neuse River Near Goldsboro | 350 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Newkirk Lake Dam.
Boat launches
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
Track Newkirk Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Newkirk Lake Dam
Where does the data for Newkirk Lake Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Newkirk Lake Dam.