Lake Andrew Acres Dam dam
Lake Andrew Acres Dam
Lake Andrew Acres Dam, located in Archer Lodge, North Carolina, serves primarily for irrigation purposes and also offers recreational opportunities. This private dam, completed in 1967, stands at a structural height of 15 feet with a hydraulic height of 12 feet and a length of 200 feet. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 48 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 60 acre-feet, with a surface area of 13 acres and a drainage area of 166 acres. The dam, situated on Reddy Branch, is owned privately and is not state-regulated, inspected annually, and has a low hazard potential.
Despite being a privately owned structure, Lake Andrew Acres Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and contributes to the irrigation needs of the area. Its strategic location in Johnston County, North Carolina, ensures efficient water distribution for agricultural activities. The dam's low hazard potential and regular inspections attest to its safety and reliability in water storage and management. With its proximity to the Reddy Branch and its significant storage capacity, the dam plays a vital role in maintaining water supply and enhancing recreational activities in the region.
As a notable earth dam in the Wilmington District, Lake Andrew Acres Dam symbolizes the intersection of water resource management and climate adaptation efforts in the region. Its completion in 1967 marked a milestone in enhancing water availability for irrigation and recreational purposes. With its storage capacity, structural integrity, and low hazard potential, the dam stands as a testament to sustainable water management practices, contributing to the resilience of the local ecosystem and ensuring the well-being of the community.
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 Lake Andrew Acres Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Neuse River Near Clayton | 221 cfs | → |
| Contentnea Creek Near Lucama | 37 cfs | → |
| Walnut Creek At Sunnybrook Drive Nr Raleigh | 2 cfs | → |
| Marsh C Nr New Hope | 1 cfs | → |
| Crabtree Creek At Us 1 At Raleigh | 21 cfs | → |
| Middle Creek Near Clayton | 12 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Lake Andrew Acres Dam.
Boat launches
- Neuse River Trail Wake County
- Milburnie Dam Bridge Raleigh
- Buffalo Creek Greenway Smithfield
- Neuse River Trail Raleigh
- Walnut Creek Trail Raleigh
- Lake Wheeler Boat Ramp
Campgrounds
- Rvacation Campground
- Durant Nature Park
- William B. Umstead State Park
- Shoreline Campground
- Blue Heron Campground
- Osprey Nest Campground
Track Lake Andrew Acres Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Lake Andrew Acres Dam
Where does the data for Lake Andrew Acres 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 Lake Andrew Acres Dam.