Seaford Lake Dam dam
Seaford Lake Dam
Seaford Lake Dam, located in Concord, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure designed for fire protection, stock, or small fish pond purposes. This Earth dam stands at a structural height of 33 feet with a hydraulic height of 30.5 feet, creating a storage capacity of 26 acre-feet. The dam spans 300 feet across the Irish Buffalo Creek-Os, serving as a vital resource for the local community.
With a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of the last inspection in September 2015, Seaford Lake Dam plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of the surrounding area. While not regulated by the state, the dam is inspected regularly to maintain its integrity and functionality. Although no significant modifications have been reported, the dam continues to provide essential water resource management and protection against potential flooding events.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Seaford Lake Dam serves as a fascinating example of how private infrastructure can contribute to public safety and environmental stewardship. Its strategic location and purposeful design make it an essential asset for fire protection, stock maintenance, and recreational use in Cabarrus County. As we continue to monitor and preserve our water resources, structures like Seaford Lake Dam highlight the importance of proactive maintenance and inspection to ensure the long-term resilience of our 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 Seaford Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Clarke Creek Near Harrisburg | 2 cfs | → |
| Coddle Cr At Sr 1612 Near Davidson | 3 cfs | → |
| W. Br Rocky R B Mth Of S Prong R Nr Cornelius | 3 cfs | → |
| Mallard Cr Bl Stony Cr Nr Harrisburg | 5 cfs | → |
| Rocky R Ab Irish Buffalo Cr Nr Rocky River | 40 cfs | → |
| Reedy Creek At Sr 2803 Nr Charlotte | · | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Seaford Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Neck Road 5744, Huntersville
- Nc 73 Mecklenburg County
- Shipley Lane Lincoln County
- Seipel Drive 8335, Denver
- Riverbend Boat Ramp
- Burton Lane 4906, Denver
Fishing spots
- Mountain Island Park Fishing Access
- Abbotts Creek
- Buddle Branch
- Badin Lake Lakemont Rd
- Buck Branch
- Benfield Creek
Track Seaford 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 Seaford Lake Dam
Where does the data for Seaford 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 Seaford Lake Dam.