Olde Raleigh Dam #1 dam
Olde Raleigh Dam #1
Olde Raleigh Dam #1, located in Wake County, North Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam that spans 200 feet in length and has a hydraulic height of 14 feet. The dam serves primarily for recreation purposes, with a storage capacity of 19.7 acre-feet and a surface area of 1.6 acres. It is situated on Crabtree Creek-Tr and is regulated by the NC Dam Safety Program, ensuring that it meets state inspection and enforcement requirements.
Despite its fair condition assessment and high hazard potential, Olde Raleigh Dam #1 continues to provide recreational opportunities in the Raleigh area. The dam's last inspection in January 2020 revealed its compliance with safety standards, with an inspection frequency of every two years. While the dam has not been modified in recent years, it remains a significant feature in the local landscape, offering a serene spot for fishing, boating, and other water activities.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will appreciate the vital role that Olde Raleigh Dam #1 plays in the local ecosystem and water management. With its regulated state jurisdiction and adherence to safety protocols, the dam stands as a testament to responsible stewardship of water resources in North Carolina. As efforts continue to maintain and monitor its condition, this earth dam presents a unique blend of recreational enjoyment and environmental conservation in the heart of Raleigh.
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 Olde Raleigh Dam #1 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Crabtree Cr At Ebenezer Church Rd Nr Raleigh | 12 cfs | → |
| Crabtree Creek At Hwy 70 At Raleigh | 12 cfs | → |
| Rocky Branch Below Pullen Drive At Raleigh | 0 cfs | → |
| Crabtree Creek At Us 1 At Raleigh | 16 cfs | → |
| Marsh C Nr New Hope | 1 cfs | → |
| Swift Creek Near Apex | 1 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Olde Raleigh Dam #1.
Boat launches
- Lake Trail Wake County
- Walnut Creek Trail Raleigh
- Lake Wheeler Boat Ramp
- Milburnie Dam Bridge Raleigh
- Neuse River Trail Raleigh
- Barton's Creek Boat Ramp
Campgrounds
- William B. Umstead State Park
- Durant Nature Park
- Blue Heron Campground
- Osprey Nest Campground
- Bootleg Point Campground
- Shortleaf Pine Campground
Track Olde Raleigh Dam #1 in the Snoflo app
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About Olde Raleigh Dam #1
Where does the data for Olde Raleigh Dam #1 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 Olde Raleigh Dam #1.