Cliffs Of Neuse State Park Dam
Cliffs Of Neuse State Park
Cliffs of Neuse State Park, located in Seven Springs, North Carolina, is a stunning recreational area situated along the picturesque Mill Creek. The park is home to an Earth dam with a structural height of 36.6 feet and a hydraulic height of 23 feet, completed in 1951 to provide recreational opportunities for visitors. With a storage capacity of 125 acre-feet and a surface area of 8.5 acres, the dam offers a serene backdrop for outdoor activities such as hiking, picnicking, and fishing.
Managed by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (NCDEQ) Dam Safety Program, the Cliffs of Neuse State Park dam has been assessed as having a low hazard potential and satisfactory condition. The dam's last inspection in March 2017 revealed its compliance with safety standards, ensuring the protection of surrounding communities and the environment. With a drainage area of 150 acres and a normal storage capacity of 78 acre-feet, the park serves as a vital recreational resource while promoting water management practices in the region.
Visitors to Cliffs of Neuse State Park can enjoy the tranquil beauty of Mill Creek and engage in various recreational activities in a safe and well-maintained environment. With its scenic surroundings, diverse wildlife, and outdoor amenities, the park offers a unique opportunity for water resource and climate enthusiasts to appreciate the importance of responsible dam management and environmental conservation. Whether exploring the hiking trails or simply relaxing by the water, Cliffs of Neuse State Park provides a memorable experience for all who appreciate the harmony between nature and recreation.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Cliffs Of Neuse State Park -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Bear Creek At Mays Store | 98 cfs | → |
| Neuse River Near Goldsboro | 2,560 cfs | → |
| Neuse River At Kinston | 2,060 cfs | → |
| Nahunta Swamp Near Shine | 21 cfs | → |
| Contentnea Creek At Hookerton | 216 cfs | → |
| Little River Near Princeton | 193 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Cliffs Of Neuse State Park.
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About Cliffs Of Neuse State Park
Where does the data for Cliffs Of Neuse State Park 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 below 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.
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.