Norman Boger Dam dam
Norman Boger Dam
Norman Boger Dam, located in Davie, North Carolina, is a private dam regulated by the NCDEQ Dam Safety Program. This earth dam serves multiple purposes, including fire protection and creating a small fish pond. With a hydraulic height of 24.6 feet and a structural height of 27.6 feet, the dam holds a maximum storage capacity of 49.7 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 4.5 acres.
Despite its low hazard potential, Norman Boger Dam was last inspected in November 2014 and was rated as unsatisfactory in condition. The dam's emergency action plan (EAP) status and risk assessment information are currently unavailable, suggesting a lack of recent updates on its safety measures. The dam is situated on Cody Creek-Tr and falls under the jurisdiction of the Wilmington District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Norman Boger Dam presents an intriguing case study in private dam ownership and state regulation. Its outdated inspection status and unsatisfactory condition assessment highlight the importance of regular maintenance and monitoring to ensure the safety and functionality of dams for both human and environmental interests. Further research and action may be necessary to address any potential risks associated with this dam and to enhance its resilience to changing climatic conditions.
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 Norman Boger Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Yadkin River At Yadkin College | 953 cfs | → |
| South Yadkin River Near Mocksville | 78 cfs | → |
| Second Creek Near Barber | 18 cfs | → |
| Abbotts Creek At Lexington | 32 cfs | → |
| Hunting Creek Near Harmony | 61 cfs | → |
| Yadkin River At Enon | 691 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Norman Boger Dam.
Boat launches
- Nc Highway 801 South 5877, Mocksville
- Trading Ford Way Davidson County
- Lake Thom-A-Lex Park
- Wildlife Rec Area Access Road 899, Davidson County
- Campground Trail Yadkin County
Fishing spots
Track Norman Boger Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Norman Boger Dam
Where does the data for Norman Boger 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 Norman Boger Dam.