Dupont Derc Pond #3 dam
Dupont Derc Pond #3
Dupont Derc Pond #3, located in Cumberland, North Carolina, is a private Fish and Wildlife Pond completed in 2007. With a maximum storage capacity of 50 acre-feet, this earth dam structure stands at a hydraulic height of 13.9 feet and a structural height of 22 feet. The pond covers a surface area of 6.5 acres and serves as a habitat for various aquatic species, making it an ideal spot for wildlife enthusiasts and recreational activities.
Managed by a private entity, Dupont Derc Pond #3 is not regulated by the state but undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and integrity. Despite being classified as a low hazard potential structure, the dam has not been assessed for its condition, with the last inspection conducted in February 2009. The pond draws water from Willis Creek and Cape Fear, contributing to its drainage area of 401 square miles. While the structure does not have a spillway or outlet gates, it plays a crucial role in supporting the local ecosystem and providing a peaceful outdoor setting for visitors to enjoy.
As part of the Wilmington District in North Carolina, Dupont Derc Pond #3 remains a hidden gem for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking a serene environment to appreciate the beauty of nature. With its primary purpose focused on enhancing fish and wildlife habitats, this pond serves as a vital conservation area within the region. Despite its modest size, the pond's significance lies in its contribution to the local ecosystem and its potential for promoting environmental awareness and sustainable practices among visitors.
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 Dupont Derc Pond #3 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Cape Fear R At Wilm O Huske Lock Nr Tarheel | 614 cfs | → |
| Big Swamp Nr Tarheel | 1 cfs | → |
| Lumber River At Lumberton | 120 cfs | → |
| Rockfish Creek At Raeford | 30 cfs | → |
| Little River At Manchester | 28 cfs | → |
| Lumber River Near Maxton | 91 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Dupont Derc Pond #3.
Campgrounds
- Jones Lake State Park
- Smith Lake Army Rv Military - Ft Bragg
- John Culberth Campsite
- Buck Landing Campsite
- Piney Island Campsite
- Chalk Banks - Lumber River State Park
Track Dupont Derc Pond #3 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 Dupont Derc Pond #3
Where does the data for Dupont Derc Pond #3 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 Dupont Derc Pond #3.