Davidian Dam dam
Davidian Dam
Located in Raleigh, North Carolina, the Davidian Dam is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose of recreation. Situated on the Lower Barton Creek-Tr river, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 18 feet with a hydraulic height of 11.5 feet and a length of 250 feet. With a storage capacity of 58 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 8 acres, making it an ideal spot for water enthusiasts and climate aficionados to explore and enjoy.
Despite being privately owned, the Davidian Dam has a low hazard potential and is classified as being in satisfactory condition, as per its last inspection in November 2017. The dam does not fall under state regulation or permitting, but it is subject to state inspections. It is important to note that the dam has no associated locks or outlet gates, maintaining its natural and undisturbed appeal for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. Its location and design make it a picturesque destination for those interested in water resources and climate studies.
As a notable feature in the landscape of Wake County, the Davidian Dam offers a tranquil retreat for visitors seeking a connection to nature and water resources. With its modest height and volume, the dam provides a safe and enjoyable environment for outdoor recreation while contributing to the overall beauty and ecosystem of the Lower Barton Creek-Tr river. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Davidian Dam serves as a reminder of the harmonious relationship between human infrastructure and the natural world, inviting exploration and appreciation for the delicate balance between water management and environmental preservation.
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 Davidian Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Crabtree Cr At Ebenezer Church Rd Nr Raleigh | 13 cfs | → |
| Neuse River Near Falls | 123 cfs | → |
| Crabtree Creek At Hwy 70 At Raleigh | 13 cfs | → |
| Crabtree Creek At Us 1 At Raleigh | 17 cfs | → |
| Marsh C Nr New Hope | 1 cfs | → |
| Rocky Branch Below Pullen Drive At Raleigh | 0 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Davidian Dam.
Boat launches
- Barton's Creek Boat Ramp
- Durham County
- Falls Lake Trail Wake County
- Creedmoor Road 13900, Town Of Wake Forest
- Baptist Route 4398, Durham County
- Duck Cove Trail Wake County
Campgrounds
- Blue Heron Campground
- Osprey Nest Campground
- Bootleg Point Campground
- Shortleaf Pine Campground
- Shoreline Campground
- Two Oaks Campground
Track Davidian Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Davidian Dam
Where does the data for Davidian 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 Davidian Dam.