Hines Pond Dam dam
Hines Pond Dam
Hines Pond Dam, located in Orange County, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure regulated by the NC Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program. This earth dam serves multiple purposes, including fire protection and creating a small fish pond. Despite having a fair condition assessment as of December 2020, the dam has a high hazard potential, highlighting the importance of ongoing inspections and maintenance to ensure its structural integrity.
The dam, situated along the Eno River-Tr, does not have specific height or volume data available, but it is clear that it plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area. With a history of periodic inspections and a designated emergency action plan, Hines Pond Dam is equipped to address potential risks and emergencies. Its location and purpose make it an essential part of the local ecosystem and a key feature for climate and water resource enthusiasts to monitor.
As a significant feature in the region's water infrastructure, Hines Pond Dam presents a fascinating case study for those interested in the intersection of climate, water resources, and dam safety. With its high hazard potential and fair condition, the ongoing monitoring and management of this structure are essential for ensuring the safety of surrounding communities and the preservation of the ecosystem. Its regulatory oversight by the NCDEQ, along with its primary purposes of fire protection and stock maintenance, make Hines Pond Dam a valuable asset to study for those passionate about sustainable water resource management 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 Hines Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Eno River At Hillsborough | 7 cfs | → |
| Eno River Near Durham | 17 cfs | → |
| Little River At Sr1461 Near Orange Factory | 3 cfs | → |
| Cane Creek Near Orange Grove | 0 cfs | → |
| Morgan Creek Near White Cross | 0 cfs | → |
| Mountain Creek At Sr1617 Nr Bahama | 0 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Hines Pond Dam.
Boat launches
- Dimmocks Mill Road 920, Town Of Hillsborough
- Rodolphe Street 6122, Durham
- Graham Paddle Access Graham
- Haw River Trail Haw River
- Lakeview Drive Alamance County
- Haw River Trail Alamance County
Campgrounds
- Redwood Campsite
- Rolling View - Falls Lake
- Parkers Creek State Rec Area - Jordan Lake
- Crosswinds State Rec Area - Jordan Lake
- Holly Point - Falls Lake
- Shallow Ford Campsites
Fishing spots
Track Hines 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 Hines Pond Dam
Where does the data for Hines 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 Hines Pond Dam.