Davis Pond Dam dam
Davis Pond Dam
Davis Pond Dam, located in Kinston, North Carolina, along the Tar River, serves as a recreational water resource for the local community. This private dam, with a hydraulic height of 15 feet and a structural height of 22 feet, offers a serene setting for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and picnicking. While the dam has a low hazard potential and is currently in a not-rated condition, it has not undergone recent inspections or assessments to ensure its safety and functionality.
Despite its lack of state regulation and permitting, Davis Pond Dam provides 55 acre-feet of storage capacity for water enthusiasts to enjoy. The dam, constructed with earth materials, spans a length of 3333 feet and was completed at an undisclosed date. The dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are unclear, raising questions about its readiness in case of unforeseen events. With its peaceful surroundings and potential for recreational activities, Davis Pond Dam remains a hidden gem for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the Lenoir County area.
Overall, Davis Pond Dam offers a unique recreational experience along the Tar River, but its lack of recent inspections and assessments raises concerns about its safety and emergency preparedness. As a private structure with limited state oversight, the dam's condition and risk management measures remain unclear, highlighting the importance of regular maintenance and monitoring to ensure the safety of visitors and the surrounding environment. Despite these challenges, Davis Pond Dam continues to provide a tranquil oasis for water resource and climate enthusiasts looking to connect with nature in the heart of North Carolina.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Davis Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Bear Creek At Mays Store | 98 cfs | → |
| Neuse River At Kinston | 1,250 cfs | → |
| Neuse River Near Goldsboro | 1,320 cfs | → |
| Contentnea Creek At Hookerton | 76 cfs | → |
| Trent River Near Trenton | 1 cfs | → |
| Nahunta Swamp Near Shine | 9 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Davis Pond Dam.
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About Davis Pond Dam
Where does the data for Davis 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 Low 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 below 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.
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.