Golden Citrus Upper Dam dam
Golden Citrus Upper Dam
Golden Citrus Upper Dam, located on White Oak Creek in Polk, North Carolina, is a private earth dam primarily used for recreation. With a hydraulic height of 24 feet and a structural height of 26 feet, this dam offers a maximum storage capacity of 6 acre-feet and a normal storage of 3 acre-feet. Its surface area covers 0.5 acres, providing a serene and picturesque setting for water and climate enthusiasts to enjoy.
Although the dam's last inspection dates back to 2007, it has been assessed as being in satisfactory condition with a significant hazard potential. The dam's emergency action plan status and risk assessment details are currently unavailable, but its operational and safety measures are crucial for ensuring the protection of downstream communities in case of any unforeseen events. Despite the lack of recent inspection data, ongoing maintenance and monitoring are essential to uphold the dam's structural integrity and safety standards.
As one of the key structures in the area, Golden Citrus Upper Dam plays a vital role in water resource management and recreational activities. Its tranquil location in Columbus, North Carolina, offers a unique opportunity for visitors to engage with nature while appreciating the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of changing climate conditions.
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 Golden Citrus Upper Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Cove Creek Near Lake Lure | 33 cfs | → |
| South Pacolet River Nr Campobello | 19 cfs | → |
| North Pacolet River At Fingerville | 51 cfs | → |
| Middle Tyger River Near Gramling | 8 cfs | → |
| Pacolet River Near Fingerville | 81 cfs | → |
| Second Broad River Nr Logan | 31 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Golden Citrus Upper Dam.
Boat launches
- Memorial Highway 2693, Lake Lure
- Anchor Park
- J. Verne Smith Park (Lake Robinson)
- Hooper Lane Mills River
- Sandy Ford Road 1925, Chesnee
- Berry Shoals Road 370, Spartanburg County
Campgrounds
- River Creek Camp Ground
- Creekside Mountain Camping
- Pleasant Ridge County Park
- Vein Mountain Gold Camp & Carolina Emerald Mine
- Lucky Strike Campground
- Catawba Falls Campground, Llc
Fishing spots
- Asheville Recreation Park Lake
- Bailey Branch
- Bear Creek Lake
- Anderson Branch
- Big Pine Creek
- Johns Creek Lake
Paddle runs
- Mills River From Confluence Of North/South Forks To Confluence With Foster Creek
- Nf Boundary To Confluence With North Fork
- North Fork From Bottom Of Spillway Of Hendersonville Reservoir To Confluence With South Fork
- South Fork From Confluence With Pigeon Br To Nf Boundary
- East Fork From Us Highway 276 To Confluence Of Dark Prong And Yellowstone Prong
- Dark Prong From Headwaters To Confluence East Fork And Yellowstone Prong
Track Golden Citrus Upper Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Golden Citrus Upper Dam
Where does the data for Golden Citrus Upper 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 Significant 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 Golden Citrus Upper Dam.