Highland Creek Swf # 10 dam
Highland Creek Swf # 10
Highland Creek Swf # 10 is a state-regulated dam located in Wake, North Carolina, with a high hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment. Managed by the NC Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, this earth dam serves a primary purpose of "Other" and has not been designated a specific dam type. With a last inspection date in March 2020 and an inspection frequency of every two years, this structure is closely monitored to ensure the safety of surrounding communities.
Although lacking specific details on dimensions and storage capacity, Highland Creek Swf # 10 is an essential part of the local water resource infrastructure. With its location in the Wilmington District and under the jurisdiction of state regulatory agencies, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and protecting downstream areas from potential flooding. The dam's association with George Holding, the former Republican representative, adds to its significance in the realm of environmental policy and climate resilience.
As climate change continues to impact water resources, the proper maintenance and regulation of structures like Highland Creek Swf # 10 become increasingly important. With its high hazard potential and satisfactory condition, this dam serves as a reminder of the ongoing need for effective risk management measures and emergency preparedness in the face of evolving environmental challenges. The coordination between state and federal agencies in ensuring the safety and integrity of this dam highlights the collaborative efforts required to safeguard water resources for future generations.
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 Highland Creek Swf # 10 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Neuse River Near Falls | 123 cfs | → |
| Marsh C Nr New Hope | 1 cfs | → |
| Crabtree Creek At Us 1 At Raleigh | 17 cfs | → |
| Crabtree Creek At Hwy 70 At Raleigh | 13 cfs | → |
| Walnut Creek At Sunnybrook Drive Nr Raleigh | 4 cfs | → |
| Rocky Branch Below Pullen Drive At Raleigh | 0 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Highland Creek Swf # 10.
Boat launches
- Neuse River Trail Raleigh
- Milburnie Dam Bridge Raleigh
- Barton's Creek Boat Ramp
- Neuse River Trail Wake County
- Falls Lake Trail Wake County
- Walnut Creek Trail Raleigh
Campgrounds
- Durant Nature Park
- Shoreline Campground
- Blue Heron Campground
- Bootleg Point Campground
- Osprey Nest Campground
- Shortleaf Pine Campground
Track Highland Creek Swf # 10 in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Highland Creek Swf # 10
Where does the data for Highland Creek Swf # 10 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 Highland Creek Swf # 10.