George Williams Dam # 2 dam
George Williams Dam # 2
George Williams Dam # 2, located in Garners Store, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure built in 1988 primarily for irrigation purposes. Situated on Buffalo Creek-Tr, this earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 10.8 feet and a structural height of 14.8 feet, with a NID height of 15 feet. The dam spans 700 feet in length and has a storage capacity of 121 acre-feet, providing essential water resources for the surrounding area.
With a drainage area of 930 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 455 cubic feet per second, George Williams Dam # 2 plays a crucial role in regulating water flow and supporting irrigation and recreational activities in the region. Despite being classified as having low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, the dam undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The last inspection in October 2013 revealed satisfactory conditions, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to safeguard water resources and mitigate potential risks associated with dam operations.
As a key component of the water infrastructure in Moore County, North Carolina, George Williams Dam # 2 serves as a vital resource for the community, contributing to the sustainable management of water resources and supporting various economic and recreational activities. With its strategic location on Buffalo Creek-Tr and its significant storage capacity, the dam plays a crucial role in meeting the irrigation needs of local agriculture while also providing opportunities for recreational use. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, the maintenance and operation of dams like George Williams Dam # 2 are essential for ensuring water security and resilience in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
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 George Williams Dam # 2 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Little River Near Star | 5 cfs | → |
| Tick Creek Near Mount Vernon Springs | 1 cfs | → |
| Drowning Creek Near Hoffman | 12 cfs | → |
| Deep River At Ramseur | 105 cfs | → |
| Flat Creek Near Inverness | 2 cfs | → |
| Rocky R At Sr1300 Nr Crutchfield Crossroads | 2 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near George Williams Dam # 2.
Boat launches
- Niagara Carthage Road 3326, Whispering Pines
- Shadow Drive 93, Whispering Pines
- Dewberry Drive Whispering Pines
- Morrow Mountain Boat Launch
- Cove Boat Ramp
- Falls Road Stanly County
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
- Aberdeen Town Lake
- Big Branch
- Broadacres Lakes
- Broadacres Lake
- Blewett Falls Lake Grassy Island
- Badin Lake Lakemont Rd
Track George Williams Dam # 2 in the Snoflo app
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About George Williams Dam # 2
Where does the data for George Williams Dam # 2 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 George Williams Dam # 2.