Bloomer Pond Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Bloomer Pond Dam, located in Enfield, North Carolina, on Fishing Creek, is a privately owned earth dam primarily serving the purpose of irrigation.
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Summary
Completed in 1996, the dam stands at a hydraulic height of 19.2 feet with a structural height of 24.5 feet and a length of 380 feet. It has a normal storage capacity of 51.5 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 6.8 acres and draining a watershed area of 103 square miles.
Despite its low hazard potential and current "Not Rated" condition assessment, Bloomer Pond Dam has not undergone any recent inspection or maintenance. The dam lacks emergency action plans and updated inundation maps, raising concerns about its ability to manage risks effectively. With no federal or state regulatory oversight, the responsibility for ensuring the safety and functionality of this essential water resource infrastructure falls solely on its private owner.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Bloomer Pond Dam presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned irrigation dam in need of attention and proactive risk management. Its location in Halifax County, North Carolina, highlights the critical role of such structures in supporting local agricultural activities and the importance of regular inspection and maintenance to ensure their long-term sustainability and resilience in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1996 |
Dam Length |
380 |
River Or Stream |
Fishing Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
19.2 |
Drainage Area |
103 |
Nid Storage |
51.5 |
Structural Height |
24.5 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little Fishing Creek Near White Oak
|
13cfs |
Swift Creek At Hilliardston
|
858cfs |
Fishing Creek Near Enfield
|
129cfs |
Tar River At Nc 97 At Rocky Mount
|
240cfs |
Tar River At Tarboro
|
418cfs |
Roanoke River At Roanoke Rapids
|
2810cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Bloomer Pond Dam