Rorie Pond Dam dam
Rorie Pond Dam
Rorie Pond Dam, located in Hoke County, North Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation. This dam, situated on Mountain Creek and under the jurisdiction of the Wilmington District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, has a hydraulic height of 21 feet and a structural height of 24 feet. With a storage capacity of 77 acre-feet and a surface area of 8 acres, Rorie Pond Dam provides a scenic and tranquil setting for outdoor activities.
Although the dam has a low hazard potential and is currently in fair condition as assessed in 2013, regular inspections are conducted to ensure its safety and integrity. The last inspection took place in February 2013, with no significant issues reported. The dam does not fall under state regulatory jurisdiction and has not been modified in recent years. It serves as a valuable recreational resource for the local community, offering opportunities for fishing, boating, and other water-based activities in a picturesque natural setting.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in Rorie Pond Dam can appreciate its role in providing not only recreational opportunities but also in contributing to the overall ecosystem health of the area. As a privately owned structure, it stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water management practices and the need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety of both the dam and the surrounding environment. With its peaceful surroundings and low hazard potential, Rorie Pond Dam remains a gem for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a refuge in nature.
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 Rorie Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Drowning Creek Near Hoffman | 12 cfs | → |
| Rockfish Creek At Raeford | 30 cfs | → |
| Flat Creek Near Inverness | 2 cfs | → |
| Lumber River Near Maxton | 88 cfs | → |
| Big Shoe Heel Creek Nr Laurinburg | 14 cfs | → |
| Little River At Manchester | 28 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Rorie Pond Dam.
Boat launches
- Niagara Carthage Road 3326, Whispering Pines
- Dewberry Drive Whispering Pines
- Shadow Drive 93, Whispering Pines
- Carolina Way 956, Harnett County
- West Us 74 Highway 1333, Rockingham
- State Road 1759, Lilesville
Campgrounds
- Chalk Banks - Lumber River State Park
- Loblolly Campsite
- Hickory Campsite
- Sweetgum Campsite
- Camp Durant
- Camp Reeves
Fishing spots
Track Rorie Pond Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Rorie Pond Dam
Where does the data for Rorie 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 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 Rorie Pond Dam.