Finch's Millpond Reservoir Report
Nearby: Silver Lake Lake Wilson
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Finch's Millpond in Wilson, North Carolina, is a privately owned water resource situated along Bloomery Swamp.
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Summary
This recreational spot covers 38 acres with a maximum storage capacity of 469 acre-feet. The dam, classified as an Earth type, stands at a structural height of 15 feet with a hydraulic height of 13 feet. Despite its significant hazard potential, the condition assessment in 2017 deemed it unsatisfactory, highlighting the need for maintenance and improvements.
The millpond, completed in an unspecified year, serves as a popular recreational destination for locals and visitors alike, offering opportunities for fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. The dam's spillway type, spillway width, and drainage area are not specified in the available data, but its location in the Wilmington District underlines its importance in the region's water resource management. While the inspection frequency is listed as 0, the last inspection in May 2017 flagged the dam's condition as a concern due to its inadequacy.
As climate change impacts water resources, the maintenance and regulation of dams like Finch's Millpond become critical for environmental sustainability and community safety. With George Holding as the local Congressional representative, advocating for the necessary funding and oversight to ensure the dam's safety and longevity is essential. As enthusiasts of water resource management and climate resilience, understanding the intricacies of Finch's Millpond can shed light on the interconnectedness of human activities and natural ecosystems in shaping our water landscapes.
Dam Length |
250 |
River Or Stream |
Bloomery Swamp |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
38 |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Nid Storage |
469 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Contentnea Creek Near Lucama
|
37cfs |
Tar River At Nc 97 At Rocky Mount
|
240cfs |
Little River Near Princeton
|
84cfs |
Nahunta Swamp Near Shine
|
57cfs |
Neuse River Near Clayton
|
384cfs |
Swift Creek At Hilliardston
|
858cfs |
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.
Finch's Millpond