Hokes Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Tyers Pond Dam Monks Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Hokes Lake Dam, located in Old Sparta, North Carolina, is a private earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
Completed in 1950, the dam stands at a structural height of 30 feet and has a hydraulic height of 22 feet. It has a storage capacity of 140 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 7 acres, providing a scenic spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy outdoor activities.
The dam is regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, ensuring that it meets state inspection, enforcement, and permitting requirements. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam's condition was assessed as fair during the last inspection in March 2018. With a maximum discharge capacity of 198 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water levels and protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding.
Hokes Lake Dam on Bynum Creek is an important recreational and water resource structure in Edgecombe County, North Carolina. With its picturesque location and significant storage capacity, the dam serves as a vital asset for the local community while adhering to state regulatory standards to ensure its safety and effectiveness in managing water resources.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
481 |
River Or Stream |
Bynum Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Nid Storage |
140 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tar River At Tarboro
|
418cfs |
Tar River At Greenville
|
260cfs |
Tar River At Nc 97 At Rocky Mount
|
240cfs |
Chicod Cr At Sr1760 Near Simpson
|
2cfs |
Contentnea Creek At Hookerton
|
466cfs |
Nahunta Swamp Near Shine
|
57cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams 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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Hokes Lake Dam