100 Rex Place Dam dam
100 Rex Place Dam
Located in Louisburg, North Carolina, the 100 Rex Place Dam is a recreational earth dam that spans 320 feet and stands at a hydraulic height of 14.2 feet. With a storage capacity of 17 acre-feet and a surface area of 2.4 acres, this dam on the UT to Tar River provides opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy various water-related activities. Despite not being rated for its condition, the dam is under state regulation, inspection, and enforcement by the NCDEQ Dam Safety Program, ensuring its safety and compliance with guidelines.
The 100 Rex Place Dam poses a high hazard potential, emphasizing the importance of regular inspection and maintenance. While the dam's Emergency Action Plan status and risk assessment details are not provided, its location within Franklin County underscores the need for preparedness and adherence to safety protocols. As a key feature in the local water resource infrastructure, the dam serves as a recreational hub while also being subject to state permitting and jurisdiction, reflecting the regulatory oversight necessary for sustainable management of water resources in the region.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find the 100 Rex Place Dam an intriguing structure, offering insights into dam design, regulation, and risk management. With a focus on recreation, this earth dam contributes to the local landscape while also highlighting the importance of balancing human activities with environmental considerations. As part of the broader network of dams in North Carolina, this dam showcases the intersection of water management, public safety, and recreational opportunities, inviting further exploration and study for those interested in the interconnected dynamics of water resources and climate resilience.
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 100 Rex Place Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Tar R At Us 401 At Louisburg | 17 cfs | → |
| Tar River Near Tar River | 3 cfs | → |
| Neuse River Near Falls | 123 cfs | → |
| Swift Creek At Hilliardston | 858 cfs | → |
| Marsh C Nr New Hope | 1 cfs | → |
| Little Fishing Creek Near White Oak | 6 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near 100 Rex Place Dam.
Boat launches
- Neuse River Trail Raleigh
- Falls Lake Trail Wake County
- Barton's Creek Boat Ramp
- Duck Cove Trail Wake County
- Creedmoor Road 13900, Town Of Wake Forest
- Jack Wade Farm Road Vance County
Campgrounds
- Shoreline Campground
- Overlook Campground
- Shortleaf Pine Campground
- Durant Nature Park
- Two Oaks Campground
- Bootleg Point Campground
Track 100 Rex Place Dam in the Snoflo app
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About 100 Rex Place Dam
Where does the data for 100 Rex Place 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 100 Rex Place Dam.