Danga Lake Dam dam
Danga Lake Dam
Danga Lake Dam, located in Mecklenburg, North Carolina, stands as a testament to water resource management and climate resilience. Completed in 1954, this earth dam stretches 255 feet in length and boasts a hydraulic height of 14.3 feet. With a primary purpose of recreation, the dam offers a surface area of 2.5 acres and a maximum storage capacity of 59 acre-feet. The dam's association with Little Paw Creek adds to its significance as a vital component of the region's water infrastructure.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, Danga Lake Dam undergoes regular inspections, with the latest assessment in January 2020 deeming its condition as satisfactory. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam's risk management measures and emergency action plan ensure preparedness for any potential challenges. The presence of Alma S. Adams, a dedicated representative, underscores the commitment to maintaining the dam's integrity and safeguarding the surrounding community.
As a focal point for water enthusiasts and climate advocates, Danga Lake Dam serves as a symbol of sustainable water usage and environmental stewardship. Its strategic location in Red River Sc, combined with its impressive design and storage capacity, highlights the importance of responsible dam management in the face of evolving climate patterns. With ongoing monitoring and a dedication to safety protocols, this dam exemplifies the harmonious coexistence of human recreation and nature conservation in North Carolina's diverse landscape.
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 Danga Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Paw Cr At Wilkinson Blvd Nr Charlotte | 7 cfs | → |
| Taggart Creek At West Boulevard Nr Charlotte | 0 cfs | → |
| Beaverdam Creek Ab Windy Gap Road Nr Shopton | 0 cfs | → |
| Irwin Creek Near Charlotte | 17 cfs | → |
| Coffey Creek Nr Charlotte | 2 cfs | → |
| Stewart Creek At West Morehead St At Charlotte | 11 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Danga Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Wilkinson Boulevard Belmont
- East Charlotte Avenue Downtown
- Soldier Road 15299, Mecklenburg County
- Copperhead Island Mecklenburg County
- Riverbend Boat Ramp
- Neck Road 5744, Huntersville
Campgrounds
- Mcdowell Nature Preserve
- Ebenezer County Park
- Sign Language
- Kings Mountain State Park
- Hounds Gateway Campground
- Garner Creek
Fishing spots
- Mountain Island Park Fishing Access
- Buck Branch
- Benfield Creek
- Abbotts Creek
- Badin Lake Lakemont Rd
- Buddle Branch
Paddle runs
Track Danga Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Danga Lake Dam
Where does the data for Danga Lake 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 High 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 Danga Lake Dam.