Three Rivers Farm Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: D - Pond Dam C - Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Three Rivers Farm Pond Dam, located in Hertford, North Carolina, serves primarily for irrigation and recreational purposes.
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Summary
Completed in 1988, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 24 feet with a hydraulic height of 16 feet. With a storage capacity of 100.8 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 10.5 acres and serves a drainage area of 195 acres along Buckhorn Creek-Tr.
Although the dam is privately owned and not state regulated, it undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and safety. Classified as having a low hazard potential, Three Rivers Farm Pond Dam has not been rated for its condition as of the last inspection in January 2008. Despite its lack of state oversight, the dam remains a key element in the local water resource infrastructure, providing vital irrigation water and recreational opportunities for the surrounding community.
While the dam's specific spillway type and width are unknown, its overall design and purpose make it a crucial feature for managing water resources in the area. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, understanding and maintaining structures like Three Rivers Farm Pond Dam will be essential for ensuring sustainable water management practices in the region.
Year Completed |
1988 |
Dam Length |
35 |
River Or Stream |
Buckhorn Creek-Tr |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Drainage Area |
195 |
Nid Storage |
100.8 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
24 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Potecasi Creek Near Union
|
24cfs |
Blackwater River Near Franklin
|
242cfs |
Ahoskie Creek At Ahoskie
|
10cfs |
Nottoway River Near Sebrell
|
396cfs |
Blackwater River Near Dendron
|
137cfs |
Cashie River At Sr1257 Near Windsor
|
0cfs |
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.
Three Rivers Farm Pond Dam