Blakely Pond Dam dam
Blakely Pond Dam
Blakely Pond Dam, located in Lee, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure that serves primarily for recreational purposes. Standing at a hydraulic height of 22 feet and a structural height of 26 feet, this earth dam creates a surface area of 4.8 acres along Pocket Creek-Tr. Despite its low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, the dam is subject to state regulation and inspection by the NC Department of Environmental Quality Dam Safety Program.
With a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet, Blakely Pond Dam provides a tranquil retreat for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. Although the dam's last inspection in January 2021 revealed no immediate concerns, its emergency action plan and risk assessment measures remain unspecified. The dam's geographical coordinates of 35.448 latitude and -79.276 longitude make it a picturesque location for nature enthusiasts to explore.
As part of the Wilmington District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Blakely Pond Dam contributes to the local ecosystem while offering a safe and enjoyable environment for recreational activities. While its primary purpose is recreation, the dam plays a vital role in water resource management and climate adaptation efforts in the region. With a dedicated regulatory agency and routine inspections in place, Blakely Pond Dam continues to provide a valuable resource for the community while maintaining a focus on safety and environmental sustainability.
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 Blakely Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Deep River At Moncure | 54 cfs | → |
| Tick Creek Near Mount Vernon Springs | 1 cfs | → |
| Buckhorn Creek Nr Corinth | 8 cfs | → |
| Flat Creek Near Inverness | 2 cfs | → |
| Haw River Near Bynum | 118 cfs | → |
| Little River At Manchester | 28 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Blakely Pond Dam.
Boat launches
- Shadow Drive 93, Whispering Pines
- Dewberry Drive Whispering Pines
- Niagara Carthage Road 3326, Whispering Pines
- Highway 42 1-199, Sanford
- Carolina Way 956, Harnett County
- Jordan Dam Road 935, Chatham County
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
Track Blakely Pond Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Blakely Pond Dam
Where does the data for Blakely Pond 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 Blakely Pond Dam.