Sigmon Farms Dam dam
Sigmon Farms Dam
Sigmon Farms Dam, located in Lincoln, North Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreational purposes. With a hydraulic height of 25 feet and a structural height of 27 feet, the dam spans 400 feet in length and has a storage capacity of 54 acre-feet. The dam's hazard potential is classified as low, with a fair condition assessment as of the last inspection in February 2016.
Managed by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, Sigmon Farms Dam is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The dam's associated structures include no locks or gates, and it has a surface area of 4.7 acres within a drainage area of 48 square miles. Despite its relatively low hazard potential, the dam's emergency action plan readiness and risk assessment measures are not specified in the available data.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Sigmon Farms Dam offers a fascinating case study in private dam ownership and recreational water management. As an integral part of the regional water infrastructure in Lincoln, NC, the dam's design, construction, and ongoing maintenance are essential for ensuring public safety and environmental protection. Researchers and policymakers interested in sustainable water resource management and dam safety may find valuable insights in examining the regulatory framework and operational aspects of Sigmon Farms Dam.
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 Sigmon Farms Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Killian Creek Near Mariposa | 44 cfs | → |
| Indian Creek Near Laboratory | 70 cfs | → |
| Mcdowell Creek Nr Charlotte | 1 cfs | → |
| South Fork Catawba River At Lowell | 450 cfs | → |
| Gar Creek At Sr2074 Nr Croft | 1 cfs | → |
| Long Creek Nr Rhyne | 6 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Sigmon Farms Dam.
Boat launches
- Shipley Lane Lincoln County
- Seipel Drive 8335, Denver
- Nc 73 Mecklenburg County
- Burton Lane 4906, Denver
- Riverbend Boat Ramp
- Neck Road 5744, Huntersville
Campgrounds
- Shepherds Field
- Hounds Gateway Campground
- John H. Moss Lake City Campground
- Mcdowell Nature Preserve
- Kings Mountain State Park
- Shelby Mission Camp
Fishing spots
Track Sigmon Farms Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Sigmon Farms Dam
Where does the data for Sigmon Farms 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 Sigmon Farms Dam.