Chateau Lapointe Dam H dam
Chateau Lapointe Dam H
Chateau Lapointe Dam H, located in Wake, North Carolina, is a private dam primarily used for recreation purposes along the Honeycutt Cr. Tributary. With a structural height of 15 feet and a storage capacity of 90 acre-feet, this earth dam poses a high hazard potential but has been assessed as satisfactory in condition as of the last inspection in February 2014. While not regulated by the state, the dam is subject to regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality.
Despite its private ownership, Chateau Lapointe Dam H serves as a popular spot for recreational activities in the area, offering opportunities for fishing, boating, and other water-based leisure pursuits. The dam's location in White Chapel Way provides easy access for visitors seeking a peaceful escape into nature. Even though it is not currently under the jurisdiction of state regulatory agencies, the dam is regularly inspected to maintain its safety standards and prevent any potential hazards.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the captivating appeal of Chateau Lapointe Dam H lies in its unique blend of recreational offerings and environmental impact. Its presence along the Honeycutt Cr. Tributary adds to the local ecosystem and provides a serene backdrop for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy. While its high hazard potential may raise concerns, the dam's satisfactory condition and regular inspections ensure that it continues to serve as a safe and enjoyable destination for visitors seeking a connection to the natural world.
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 Chateau Lapointe Dam H -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Neuse River Near Falls | 123 cfs | → |
| Crabtree Creek At Hwy 70 At Raleigh | 13 cfs | → |
| Crabtree Cr At Ebenezer Church Rd Nr Raleigh | 14 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 | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Chateau Lapointe Dam H.
Boat launches
- Barton's Creek Boat Ramp
- Falls Lake Trail Wake County
- Neuse River Trail Raleigh
- Durham County
- Creedmoor Road 13900, Town Of Wake Forest
- Duck Cove Trail Wake County
Campgrounds
- Durant Nature Park
- Blue Heron Campground
- Osprey Nest Campground
- Bootleg Point Campground
- Shoreline Campground
- Shortleaf Pine Campground
Track Chateau Lapointe Dam H in the Snoflo app
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About Chateau Lapointe Dam H
Where does the data for Chateau Lapointe Dam H 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
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