Bullard And Patterson Dam dam
Bullard And Patterson Dam
Bullard and Patterson Dam, located in Wake County, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation purposes. The dam is situated along Walnut Creek and has a hydraulic height of 5 feet and a structural height of 8 feet, with a total length of 160 feet. The reservoir created by the dam has a storage capacity of 2.5 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 0.75 acres, making it a popular spot for outdoor activities in the area.
Despite its recreational appeal, Bullard and Patterson Dam has a notable hazard potential rated as high, with a fair condition assessment as of the last inspection conducted in July 2016. The dam is regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, ensuring that the necessary permits, inspections, and enforcement measures are in place to maintain its safety and functionality. While the dam does not have a designated emergency action plan (EAP) or inundation maps prepared, it is subject to regular inspection every two years to assess its condition and address any potential risks.
With its picturesque location and importance for both recreation and water resource management, Bullard and Patterson Dam serves as a valuable asset in Wake County. While its high hazard potential underscores the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance, the dam's role in providing recreational opportunities and regulating water flow along Walnut Creek highlights its significance in the local ecosystem. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the management and maintenance of structures like Bullard and Patterson Dam will be crucial in ensuring the safety and sustainability of the surrounding environment.
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 Bullard And Patterson Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Walnut Creek At Sunnybrook Drive Nr Raleigh | 4 cfs | → |
| Marsh C Nr New Hope | 1 cfs | → |
| Crabtree Creek At Us 1 At Raleigh | 17 cfs | → |
| Rocky Branch Below Pullen Drive At Raleigh | 0 cfs | → |
| Crabtree Creek At Hwy 70 At Raleigh | 13 cfs | → |
| Swift Creek Near Mccullars Crossroads | 13 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Bullard And Patterson Dam.
Boat launches
- Neuse River Trail Wake County
- Milburnie Dam Bridge Raleigh
- Neuse River Trail Raleigh
- Walnut Creek Trail Raleigh
- Lake Wheeler Boat Ramp
- Lake Trail Wake County
Campgrounds
- Durant Nature Park
- William B. Umstead State Park
- Blue Heron Campground
- Osprey Nest Campground
- Bootleg Point Campground
- Shoreline Campground
Track Bullard And Patterson Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Bullard And Patterson Dam
Where does the data for Bullard And Patterson 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 High 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 Bullard And Patterson Dam.