Oak Hollow No. 2 Dam dam
Oak Hollow No. 2 Dam
Oak Hollow No. 2 Dam, located in Cabarrus, North Carolina, is a significant structure with a primary purpose of recreation. Standing at a structural height of 15 feet and a length of 162 feet, this earth dam sits on the Reedy Creek tributary and offers a storage capacity of 5 acre-feet. With a surface area of 0.8 acres, this dam plays a crucial role in providing recreational opportunities for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area.
While the dam is not state-regulated, it undergoes regular inspections and has been deemed to have a significant hazard potential. Despite not having a condition assessment rating, the dam plays a vital role in the surrounding community. With a last inspection date in December 2018, it is important for authorities to continue monitoring and maintaining this dam to ensure the safety of both the structure and the individuals who utilize the recreational opportunities it provides.
As a part of the Wilmington District, Oak Hollow No. 2 Dam contributes to the overall water resource management in the area. With its unique location and purpose, this dam serves as a valuable asset for water storage and recreation, highlighting the importance of sustainable management practices and ongoing monitoring to mitigate potential risks and ensure the safety and enjoyment of all who benefit from its presence.
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 Oak Hollow No. 2 Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Reedy Creek At Sr 2803 Nr Charlotte | · | → |
| Mallard Cr Bl Stony Cr Nr Harrisburg | 5 cfs | → |
| Clear Creek At Sr3181 Nr Mint Hill | 2 cfs | → |
| Rocky R Ab Irish Buffalo Cr Nr Rocky River | 40 cfs | → |
| Briar Creek Near Charlotte | 1 cfs | → |
| Irvins Creek At Sr3168 Nr Charlotte | 0 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Oak Hollow No. 2 Dam.
Boat launches
- Neck Road 5744, Huntersville
- Riverbend Boat Ramp
- East Charlotte Avenue Downtown
- Nc 73 Mecklenburg County
- Wilkinson Boulevard Belmont
- Shipley Lane Lincoln County
Campgrounds
- Sign Language
- Mcdowell Nature Preserve
- Williams Farm
- Shepherds Field
- Ebenezer County Park
- Cane Creek Park
Fishing spots
- Mountain Island Park Fishing Access
- Buck Branch
- Abbotts Creek
- Badin Lake Lakemont Rd
- Arrowhead Lake
- Buddle Branch
Track Oak Hollow No. 2 Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Oak Hollow No. 2 Dam
Where does the data for Oak Hollow No. 2 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 Significant 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 Oak Hollow No. 2 Dam.