Marsh Lake Dam dam
Marsh Lake Dam
Marsh Lake Dam, located in Peachland, North Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam that was completed in 1959 for recreational purposes. Standing at a structural height of 20 feet and a hydraulic height of 15 feet, this dam has a length of 400 feet and a storage capacity of 52 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Beaver Dam Creek-Os and serves as a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts seeking recreational activities such as boating and fishing.
Despite its low hazard potential, Marsh Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment as of the last inspection in October 2016. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 43 acre-feet and drains an area of 102 square miles. With a maximum discharge rate of 106 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow in the region. While the dam is not regulated by the state, it is subject to regular inspections to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure.
As an integral part of the local water resource management system, Marsh Lake Dam provides not only recreational opportunities but also contributes to flood control and water storage in the area. With its picturesque surroundings and vital role in water management, this dam serves as a significant asset for both the community and the environment.
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 Marsh Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Rocky River Nr Stanfield | 173 cfs | → |
| Goose Cr At Fairview | 14 cfs | → |
| Rocky River Near Norwood | 112 cfs | → |
| Goose Creek At Sr1525 Nr Indian Trail | 1 cfs | → |
| Clear Creek At Sr3181 Nr Mint Hill | 2 cfs | → |
| Irvins Creek At Sr3168 Nr Charlotte | 0 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Marsh Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Lilly’S Bridge Access Area
- State Road 1759, Lilesville
- West Us 74 Highway 1333, Rockingham
- Catawba Nation Greenway Trail York County
Campgrounds
- Williams Farm
- Cane Creek Park
- Andrew Jackson State Park
- Sugarloaf Mountain Rec Area - Sand Hills State Forest
Fishing spots
- Buck Branch
- Arrowhead Lake
- Blewett Falls Lake Grassy Island
- Baldwins Pond
- Badin Lake Lakemont Rd
- Mountain Island Park Fishing Access
Track Marsh Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Marsh Lake Dam
Where does the data for Marsh 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 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 Marsh Lake Dam.