Cleveland Co. Sanitary District Water Storage Reservoir Dam dam
Cleveland Co. Sanitary District Water Storage Reservoir Dam
The Cleveland Co. Sanitary District Water Storage Reservoir Dam, also known as the Cleveland County Offstream Reservoir Dam, is a vital structure in Lawndale, North Carolina, serving as a key water supply resource for the local community. Completed in 2010, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 53 feet and has a hydraulic height of 49 feet, with a storage capacity of 150 acre-feet. With a normal storage level of 123 acre-feet and a surface area of 7.1 acres, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.
Located on the UT to First Broad River, the dam is regulated by the NCDEQ Dam Safety Program and is subject to regular inspections to ensure its safe operation. With a high hazard potential and a fair condition assessment, the dam is equipped with emergency action plans to respond to any potential risks or incidents. The surrounding area has a drainage area of 42 square miles, with a maximum discharge capacity of 235 cubic feet per second, highlighting the importance of this reservoir in mitigating flood risks and providing a reliable water supply for the community.
Managed by the local government, the Cleveland Co. Sanitary District Water Storage Reservoir Dam represents a critical infrastructure for water resource management in Cleveland County. With its strategic location and significant storage capacity, this dam serves as a key asset in ensuring water security and resilience in the face of changing climate conditions.
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 Cleveland Co. Sanitary District Water Storage Reservoir Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| First Broad River Near Casar | 24 cfs | → |
| Jacob Fork At Ramsey | 9 cfs | → |
| Indian Creek Near Laboratory | 1 cfs | → |
| Broad River Near Boiling Springs | 386 cfs | → |
| Second Broad River Nr Logan | 31 cfs | → |
| Henry Fork Near Henry River | 31 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Cleveland Co. Sanitary District Water Storage Reservoir Dam.
Boat launches
- First Broad River Trail Shelby
- John H. Moss Lake Recreation Park
- Lakeshore Drive Cleveland County
- Weaver Lane Burke County
- Gunpowder Boat Ramp
- Hidden Cove Boat Ramp Mcdowell County
Campgrounds
- Shelby Mission Camp
- South Mountains State Park
- Family Campground, South Mountains State Park
- Upper Falls Campground
- John H. Moss Lake City Campground
- Little River Campground
Fishing spots
Track Cleveland Co. Sanitary District Water Storage Reservoir Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Cleveland Co. Sanitary District Water Storage Reservoir Dam
Where does the data for Cleveland Co. Sanitary District Water Storage Reservoir 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 Cleveland Co. Sanitary District Water Storage Reservoir Dam.