Willow Oaks Farm Dam dam
Willow Oaks Farm Dam
Willow Oaks Farm Dam, located in Rockingham, North Carolina, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock maintenance, and as a small fish pond. This private Earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 15.2 feet and a structural height of 18.2 feet, holding a maximum storage capacity of 52 acre-feet. With a normal storage capacity of 31 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 4.6 acres and is associated with Dry Creek-Tr.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Willow Oaks Farm Dam is in satisfactory condition as of its last inspection in December 2012. The dam has not undergone any modifications since its completion, and there are no outlet gates or associated structures. The inspection frequency is marked as 0, indicating that regular monitoring and maintenance are essential to ensure the dam's continued safety and functionality. The dam is under state jurisdiction and has not been regulated or permitted by any state agency.
Under the ownership of a private entity, Willow Oaks Farm Dam is a vital resource for the local community in Danville, Virginia, providing essential services for fire protection and agricultural activities. Its location at a distance of 21 miles from the Wilmington District underscores the significance of this structure in the region's water resource management. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate sustainability will find Willow Oaks Farm Dam to be a fascinating example of how private ownership can contribute to the preservation and utilization of water resources for various purposes.
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 Willow Oaks Farm Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Smith River At Eden | 248 cfs | → |
| Sandy River Near Danville | 32 cfs | → |
| Dan River Near Wentworth | 236 cfs | → |
| Smith River At Martinsville | 185 cfs | → |
| Dan River At Stp Near Danville | 863 cfs | → |
| North Mayo River Near Spencer | 43 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Willow Oaks Farm Dam.
Boat launches
- South Fieldcrest Road Draper Village
- Bethlehem Church Road 587, Eden
- Us Bus 220 Boat Access Stoneville
- Highway 62, Milton
- Pine Hall Road 2547-2793, Walnut Cove
- Haw River Trail Alamance County
Campgrounds
- Lake Reidsville Rec Park
- Shallow Ford Campsites
- Goose Dam
- Salthouse Branch - Philpott Lake
- Goose Point - Philpott Lake
- Sunset Park Campground
Fishing spots
Track Willow Oaks Farm Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Willow Oaks Farm Dam
Where does the data for Willow Oaks Farm 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 Willow Oaks Farm Dam.