Deyton Dam dam
Deyton Dam
Deyton Dam, located in Burnsville, North Carolina, was completed in 1950 and serves as a private Fish and Wildlife Pond with a primary purpose of supporting fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and recreational activities. The dam stands at a hydraulic height of 19.8 feet and a structural height of 22 feet, with a length of 235 feet. It has a normal storage capacity of 9 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 10 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 1.2 acres.
The dam is regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (NCDEQ) Dam Safety Program, with inspections conducted every two years to ensure its fair condition. With a high hazard potential, the dam has a risk management plan in place but does not fall under the jurisdiction of the United States Army Corps of Engineers. Situated along an unnamed tributary to Crabtree Creek, Deyton Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and wildlife conservation in the region, highlighting the importance of maintaining its integrity and safety for both environmental and recreational purposes.
As an essential component of the local ecosystem, Deyton Dam provides vital support for fish and wildlife habitats while offering recreational opportunities for residents and visitors. Despite its age, the dam continues to fulfill its intended functions, demonstrating the enduring impact of sustainable water resource management and the significance of private initiatives in preserving natural landscapes. With ongoing regulatory oversight and maintenance efforts, Deyton Dam remains a valuable asset for the community, contributing to the overall well-being of the surrounding environment and enhancing the resilience of the region in the face of changing climate 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 Deyton Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| South Toe River Near Celo | 44 cfs | → |
| North Fork Swannanoa River Near Walkertown | 7 cfs | → |
| Beetree Creek Near Swannanoa | 2 cfs | → |
| Catawba R Nr Pleasant Gardens | 50 cfs | → |
| Nolichucky River At Embreeville | 2,020 cfs | → |
| Ivy River Near Marshall | 48 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Deyton Dam.
Boat launches
- Mitchell County
- Houseboat Lane 299, Mcdowell County
- Linville Boat Ramp
- Canal Bridge Boat Ramp Burke County
- Hidden Cove Boat Ramp Mcdowell County
- Redmon Road Madison County
Campgrounds
- Patience Park Toe River Campground
- Saylor Lake Rv Park
- Carolina Hemlocks Recreation Area
- Carolina Hemlocks
- Crabtree Falls Campground
- Crabtree Meadows - Blue Ridge Parkway
Fishing spots
- Nolichucky River
- Bailey Branch
- Asheville Recreation Park Lake
- Anderson Branch
- Big Pine Creek
- Dillard Place
Paddle runs
- Boundary Between Mitchell And Yancy Counties To Nc/Tn Stateline
- Tn/Nc State Line (Rm 100.6) To Mine Branch (Rm 99.3)
- Headwaters Above Linville Gap To Blue Ridge Parkway Boundary
- Blue Ridge Parkway Boundary To Linville Gorge Boundary
- Linville Gorge Wilderness Boundary To Southern End Of Wilderness
- Linville Wilderness Boundary To Lake James
Track Deyton Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Deyton Dam
Where does the data for Deyton 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 Deyton Dam.