Third Creek Water Shed Dam #7a dam
Third Creek Water Shed Dam #7a
Located in Stony Point, North Carolina, Third Creek Water Shed Dam #7a was constructed in 1955 by the USDA NRCS. This private dam, designed for flood risk reduction, stands at a structural height of 47 feet with a hydraulic height of 8 feet. With a drainage area of 3098 acres and a storage capacity of 876 acre-feet, this earth dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.
The dam, situated along the Third Creek, is regulated by the NCDEQ Dam Safety Program and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity. Classified with a hazard potential of 'High' and a condition assessment deemed 'Fair', the dam poses a moderate risk according to the latest risk assessment. Despite its age, Third Creek Water Shed Dam #7a continues to serve its primary purpose effectively, showcasing the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of changing climate conditions.
As a key component of the local water infrastructure, Third Creek Water Shed Dam #7a highlights the collaborative efforts between private owners and state regulatory agencies to mitigate flood risks and safeguard communities downstream. Its historical significance, combined with its functional design and operational capacity, underscores the importance of proactive maintenance and risk management strategies to ensure the long-term resilience of water resources in the region.
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 Third Creek Water Shed Dam #7a -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Little River Nr All Healing Springs | 8 cfs | → |
| Yadkin River At Wilkesboro | 313 cfs | → |
| Hunting Creek Near Harmony | 50 cfs | → |
| Reddies River At North Wilkesboro | 41 cfs | → |
| Henry Fork Near Henry River | 24 cfs | → |
| South Yadkin River Near Mocksville | 74 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Third Creek Water Shed Dam #7a.
Boat launches
- Gunpowder Boat Ramp
- Weaver Lane Burke County
- Burton Lane 4906, Denver
- Campground Trail Yadkin County
- Seipel Drive 8335, Denver
- Shipley Lane Lincoln County
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
Track Third Creek Water Shed Dam #7a 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 Third Creek Water Shed Dam #7a
Where does the data for Third Creek Water Shed Dam #7a 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 Third Creek Water Shed Dam #7a.