Newman Pond Dam dam
Newman Pond Dam
Newman Pond Dam, located in Sampson County, North Carolina, is a private earth dam standing at a structural height of 19 feet with a hydraulic height of 15 feet. This dam, part of the Beaverdam Run-Tr river system, holds a normal storage capacity of 42 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 53 acre-feet. With a length of 525 feet and a surface area of 7 acres, Newman Pond Dam serves as a crucial water resource for the surrounding area.
Although Newman Pond Dam is not state-regulated, it undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The dam has been classified as low hazard potential and was last inspected in April 2008, with its condition rated as "Not Rated." While the dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) prepared, it remains a vital component of the local water management infrastructure, providing essential storage and flood control capabilities for the region.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Newman Pond Dam to be a fascinating structure within the Wilmington District, offering insights into private dam ownership and maintenance practices. The dam's presence along the Beaverdam Run-Tr river adds to the overall hydrological dynamics of the area, showcasing the importance of effective water management in mitigating potential risks and ensuring sustainable water resource utilization. As an unregulated dam, Newman Pond Dam highlights the diverse landscape of dam ownership and operation in North Carolina, emphasizing the need for comprehensive monitoring and inspection protocols to guarantee public safety and environmental conservation.
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 Newman Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Black River Near Tomahawk | 41 cfs | → |
| Cape Fear R At Wilm O Huske Lock Nr Tarheel | 636 cfs | → |
| Neuse River Near Goldsboro | 262 cfs | → |
| Cape Fear River At Lillington | 554 cfs | → |
| Little River At Manchester | 31 cfs | → |
| Big Swamp Nr Tarheel | 2 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Newman Pond Dam.
Track Newman Pond Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Newman Pond Dam
Where does the data for Newman 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 Newman Pond Dam.