Gary Davis Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Gary Davis Dam, located in Lincoln, North Carolina, along Jacob Fork Creek, was completed in 1987 by the USDA NRCS for private irrigation purposes.


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Summary

The earth dam stands at a structural height of 30.9 feet with a hydraulic height of 27 feet, providing a storage capacity of 49 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 114 cubic feet per second. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, and it has a low hazard potential with a moderate risk assessment rating.

Although the dam is not state regulated or permitted, it is inspected regularly with the last assessment conducted in October 2018. The dam's condition remains unrated, and it does not have an emergency action plan in place. Despite these factors, the dam serves as a vital resource for irrigation in the area and contributes to recreation activities. With its picturesque location and functional design, Gary Davis Dam is a noteworthy structure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and study in North Carolina.

Year Completed

1987

Dam Length

405

River Or Stream

Jacob Fork Creek-Tr

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3

Hydraulic Height

27

Drainage Area

98

Nid Storage

49

Structural Height

30.9

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

31
       
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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. 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

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, 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.