Hall Pond Dam dam
Hall Pond Dam
Hall Pond Dam, located in Sanford, North Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam that serves the primary purpose of recreation. Standing at a hydraulic height of 14 feet and a structural height of 15.3 feet, this dam holds a normal storage capacity of 18 acre-feet. With a drainage area of 39 square miles and a surface area of 3 acres, Hall Pond Dam plays a crucial role in regulating water flow in the Gasters Creek-Tr river system.
Despite its fair condition assessment and high hazard potential, Hall Pond Dam undergoes regular inspections by the North Carolina Dam Safety Program to ensure public safety. The last inspection was conducted on January 5, 2021, with an inspection frequency of every two years. While the dam has not been modified in recent years, its emergency action plan (EAP) was last revised in July 2015. It is important for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor the risk management measures and potential updates regarding Hall Pond Dam to ensure its continued safety and functionality.
In the event of an emergency, it is crucial for stakeholders to have up-to-date contact information and inundation maps prepared. While the risk assessment and risk management measures for Hall Pond Dam are currently unspecified, it is essential for the dam owners and regulatory agencies to prioritize public safety and adhere to guidelines for emergency preparedness. With its strategic location and significant impact on the local water system, Hall Pond Dam serves as a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts to advocate for sustainable dam management practices and resilience in the face of potential hazards.
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 Hall Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Deep River At Moncure | 54 cfs | → |
| Buckhorn Creek Nr Corinth | 8 cfs | → |
| Flat Creek Near Inverness | 2 cfs | → |
| Tick Creek Near Mount Vernon Springs | 1 cfs | → |
| Little River At Manchester | 28 cfs | → |
| Cape Fear River At Lillington | 542 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Hall Pond Dam.
Boat launches
- Highway 42 1-199, Sanford
- Carolina Way 956, Harnett County
- Crosspoint Road 388, New Hill
- Jordan Dam Road 935, Chatham County
- Dewberry Drive Whispering Pines
- Shadow Drive 93, Whispering Pines
Campgrounds
- San Lee County Park
- Poplar Point State Rec Area - Jordan Lake
- Hickory Campsite
- Parkers Creek State Rec Area - Jordan Lake
- Sweetgum Campsite
- Camp Durant
Fishing spots
Track Hall Pond 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 Hall Pond Dam
Where does the data for Hall 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 High 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 Hall Pond Dam.