Keasler Lake Dam dam
Keasler Lake Dam
Keasler Lake Dam, also known as Inspiration Lake Dam, is a private-owned structure located in Cabarrus County, North Carolina. This earth dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, creating an 8-acre lake on the Rocky River-Os. With a hydraulic height of 15 feet and a structural height of 17 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet. While it has not been rated for its condition, the hazard potential is considered low, and the last inspection in October 2018 confirmed its operational status.
Situated in Harrisburg, Keasler Lake Dam offers a picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts, attracting visitors looking to enjoy water activities and scenic views. The dam, with a length of 285 feet, contributes to the local landscape and ecosystem by providing a habitat for wildlife and supporting recreational opportunities in the area. Despite not being under state regulation, the dam undergoes periodic inspections to ensure its safety and functionality for the community.
Overall, Keasler Lake Dam stands as a testament to the intersection of human engineering and natural beauty, offering a tranquil retreat for those seeking to connect with the water resources of North Carolina. As climate change continues to impact water systems, the importance of maintaining and monitoring such structures becomes increasingly vital in safeguarding both the environment and the well-being of local communities.
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 Keasler Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Mallard Cr Bl Stony Cr Nr Harrisburg | 5 cfs | → |
| Clarke Creek Near Harrisburg | 2 cfs | → |
| Reedy Creek At Sr 2803 Nr Charlotte | · | → |
| W. Br Rocky R B Mth Of S Prong R Nr Cornelius | 3 cfs | → |
| Briar Creek Near Charlotte | 1 cfs | → |
| Coddle Cr At Sr 1612 Near Davidson | 3 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Keasler Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Neck Road 5744, Huntersville
- Nc 73 Mecklenburg County
- Riverbend Boat Ramp
- Shipley Lane Lincoln County
- Seipel Drive 8335, Denver
- East Charlotte Avenue Downtown
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
- Mountain Island Park Fishing Access
- Abbotts Creek
- Buck Branch
- Buddle Branch
- Badin Lake Lakemont Rd
- Arrowhead Lake
Track Keasler Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Keasler Lake Dam
Where does the data for Keasler 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 Keasler Lake Dam.