Hedrick Lake Dam dam
Hedrick Lake Dam
Hedrick Lake Dam, located in Randolph, North Carolina, was completed in 1977 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a vital structure for managing Glady Fork Creek's water resources. The dam, primarily designed for Fish and Wildlife Pond purposes, stands at a height of 26 feet with a hydraulic height of 22 feet, and has a storage capacity of 77.83 acre-feet. Despite being privately owned, the dam is subject to regular state inspections to ensure its structural integrity and compliance with safety regulations.
With a low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, Hedrick Lake Dam poses a moderate risk level, prompting the need for ongoing risk management measures. The uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates add to the dam's unique design features, allowing for the controlled release of water during times of excess flow. Despite its age, the dam continues to play a crucial role in supporting the local ecosystem and providing recreational opportunities for wildlife enthusiasts in the area.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the intricate details of Hedrick Lake Dam's construction, purpose, and risk assessment offer valuable insights into the delicate balance between human intervention and natural habitats. The dam's presence highlights the importance of sustainable water management practices to mitigate potential environmental risks and ensure the long-term health of Glady Fork Creek and its surrounding ecosystem. By staying informed and actively engaging in discussions surrounding dam safety and water conservation, enthusiasts can contribute to the ongoing efforts to protect and preserve our water resources for future generations.
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 Hedrick Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Little River Near Star | 6 cfs | → |
| Abbotts Creek At Lexington | 40 cfs | → |
| Rocky River Near Norwood | 352 cfs | → |
| Deep River At Ramseur | 142 cfs | → |
| Yadkin River At Yadkin College | 1,180 cfs | → |
| Rocky R Ab Irish Buffalo Cr Nr Rocky River | 493 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Hedrick Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Marina Drive 298, Montgomery County
- Old Whitney Boat Ramp
- Cove Boat Ramp
- Badin Lake Boat Ramp
- Falls Road Stanly County
- Morrow Mountain Boat Launch
Campgrounds
- Badin Lake Group Camp
- Badin Lake Campground
- Badin Lake
- Badin Lake Capmground Upper Loop
- Arrowhead
- Arrowhead Campground
Fishing spots
- Badin Lake Lakemont Rd
- Abbotts Creek
- Buddle Branch
- Arrowhead Lake
- Blewett Falls Lake Grassy Island
- Boulding Branch
Track Hedrick 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 Hedrick Lake Dam
Where does the data for Hedrick 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 Hedrick Lake Dam.