Hatch Lake Dam dam
Hatch Lake Dam
Hatch Lake Dam, located in Morrisville, North Carolina, was completed in 1958 and serves as a recreational site for water resource and climate enthusiasts. This private-owned Earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 15 feet and a structural height of 18 feet, with a length of 400 feet. The dam has a maximum storage capacity of 50 acre-feet and a normal storage of 42 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 4 acres.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and not rated in terms of condition assessment, Hatch Lake Dam is inspected regularly, with the last inspection conducted in April 1993. The dam has not undergone any modifications since its completion and does not fall under state regulation or permitting. With Crabtree Creek-Tr running through it, the dam offers a serene recreational environment for visitors, showcasing the beauty of water resources and the surrounding landscape.
While Hatch Lake Dam may not be a prominent feature on the water resource and climate enthusiasts' radar, its significance lies in providing a safe and enjoyable recreational space within Wake County. As a privately-owned structure, the dam stands as a testament to the balance between human development and environmental conservation, offering a glimpse into the intersection of water management and leisure activities. With its low hazard potential and consistent monitoring, Hatch Lake Dam stands as a hidden gem for those seeking to appreciate the beauty and importance of water resources in a tranquil setting.
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 Hatch Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Northeast Creek At Sr1100 Nr Genlee | 9 cfs | → |
| White Oak Cr At Mouth Near Green Level | · | → |
| Crabtree Cr At Ebenezer Church Rd Nr Raleigh | 12 cfs | → |
| New Hope Creek Near Blands | 10 cfs | → |
| Swift Creek Near Apex | 1 cfs | → |
| Crabtree Creek At Hwy 70 At Raleigh | 12 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Hatch Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Lake Trail Wake County
- Ferrington Boat Ramp, Chapel Hill
- Walnut Creek Trail Raleigh
- Lake Wheeler Boat Ramp
- Durham County
- Barton's Creek Boat Ramp
Campgrounds
- William B. Umstead State Park
- Crosswinds State Rec Area - Jordan Lake
- Poplar Point State Rec Area - Jordan Lake
- Parkers Creek State Rec Area - Jordan Lake
- Rolling View - Falls Lake
- Durant Nature Park
Track Hatch Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Hatch Lake Dam
Where does the data for Hatch 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 Hatch Lake Dam.