Hoyle Edgerton Dam dam
Hoyle Edgerton Dam
Hoyle Edgerton Dam, located in Rutherfordton, North Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam constructed in 1999 for recreational purposes along Cathey's Creek-Tr. With a structural height of 29 feet and a length of 180 feet, the dam provides a storage capacity of 29 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 2.5 acres. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, ensuring regular inspections and enforcement to maintain its fair condition.
Managed by the Nashville District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Hoyle Edgerton Dam serves as a vital recreational resource for the local community, offering opportunities for fishing, boating, and other water-based activities. While the dam's primary purpose is recreation, it also plays a role in water resource management by providing storage for the surrounding area. With its strategic location and efficient design, the dam contributes to the overall resilience of the region's water infrastructure, especially in times of fluctuating climate conditions.
As a key feature in the water landscape of Rutherford County, Hoyle Edgerton Dam exemplifies the intersection of human ingenuity and environmental stewardship. By balancing the needs of recreation with the demands of water management, the dam stands as a symbol of sustainable development and responsible resource utilization. Its continued operation and maintenance underscore the importance of proactive measures in ensuring the safety and longevity of vital water infrastructure in the face of evolving climate challenges.
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 Hoyle Edgerton Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Second Broad River Nr Logan | 31 cfs | → |
| Cove Creek Near Lake Lure | 33 cfs | → |
| First Broad River Near Casar | 19 cfs | → |
| Broad River Near Boiling Springs | 392 cfs | → |
| North Pacolet River At Fingerville | 51 cfs | → |
| Catawba R Nr Pleasant Gardens | 50 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Hoyle Edgerton Dam.
Boat launches
- Memorial Highway 2693, Lake Lure
- Anchor Park
- Houseboat Lane 299, Mcdowell County
- Sandy Ford Road 1925, Chesnee
- Hidden Cove Boat Ramp Mcdowell County
- First Broad River Trail Shelby
Campgrounds
- Vein Mountain Gold Camp & Carolina Emerald Mine
- River Creek Camp Ground
- Lucky Strike Campground
- Murray Branch Campground
- Fox Trail Campground
- Mad Mama's River Run Campground
Fishing spots
- Asheville Recreation Park Lake
- Bailey Branch
- Benfield Creek
- Anderson Branch
- Nolichucky River
- Big Pine Creek
Paddle runs
- Linville Wilderness Boundary To Lake James
- Linville Gorge Wilderness Boundary To Southern End Of Wilderness
- Mills River From Confluence Of North/South Forks To Confluence With Foster Creek
- North Fork From Bottom Of Spillway Of Hendersonville Reservoir To Confluence With South Fork
- Nf Boundary To Confluence With North Fork
- Blue Ridge Parkway Boundary To Linville Gorge Boundary
Track Hoyle Edgerton Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Hoyle Edgerton Dam
Where does the data for Hoyle Edgerton 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 Hoyle Edgerton Dam.