Honkers Hollow Dam dam
Honkers Hollow Dam
Honkers Hollow Dam, located in Belews Creek, North Carolina, is a private Earth dam primarily designed for recreation purposes on the Kings Creek-Tr. With a hydraulic height of 21.8 feet and a structural height of 25.1 feet, this dam offers a maximum storage capacity of 40 acre-feet and a normal storage of 35 acre-feet. The dam spans 242 feet in length and covers a surface area of 4 acres, providing a picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy.
Despite being privately owned, Honkers Hollow Dam is subject to state inspections, with the last assessment conducted in July 2015 deeming the dam's condition as satisfactory and its hazard potential as low. The dam poses minimal risk to the surrounding area, and there are no associated structures or locks. While the dam does not fall under the jurisdiction of state regulation or permitting, it is reassuring to know that it is regularly monitored to ensure its safety and functionality for recreational use.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Honkers Hollow Dam serves as a tranquil oasis in Guilford County, offering a serene escape for visitors to enjoy nature's beauty. With its modest size and low hazard potential, the dam provides a safe and inviting environment for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. Its peaceful setting on the Kings Creek-Tr makes it a hidden gem for those seeking a quiet retreat amidst North Carolina's natural landscapes.
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 Honkers Hollow Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Reedy Fork Near Oak Ridge | 2 cfs | → |
| Dan R At Pine Hall | 145 cfs | → |
| Horsepen Creek At Us 220 Nr Greensboro | 1 cfs | → |
| East Fork Deep River Near High Point | 2 cfs | → |
| N Buffalo Cr At Westover Terrace At Greensboro | 1 cfs | → |
| South Buffalo Creek Nr Pomona | 1 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Honkers Hollow Dam.
Boat launches
- Belews Lake Drive 8191, Belews Creek
- Pine Hall Road 2547-2793, Walnut Cove
- Us Bus 220 Boat Access Stoneville
- Bethlehem Church Road 587, Eden
- South Fieldcrest Road Draper Village
- Lake Thom-A-Lex Park
Campgrounds
- Oak Hollow City Campground
- Sunset Park Campground
- Lake Reidsville Rec Park
- Hanging Rock State Park
- Ymca Camp Hanes
- Hagan-Stone Park
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
Track Honkers Hollow Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Honkers Hollow Dam
Where does the data for Honkers Hollow 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 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 Honkers Hollow Dam.