Horton (Bmp) Dam dam
Horton (Bmp) Dam
Horton (Bmp) Dam is a crucial structure located in Concord, North Carolina, specifically situated on the Wolf Meadow Branch. This dam falls under the state jurisdiction and regulation of the NCDEQ Dam Safety Program, ensuring that it is inspected, permitted, and enforced regularly. With a high hazard potential, Horton (Bmp) Dam is not rated in terms of its condition assessment, but it is subject to biennial inspections to monitor its safety and integrity.
Although specific details about the design, height, volume, and storage capacity of Horton (Bmp) Dam are not provided, its primary purpose is listed as "Other," indicating its importance in water resource management beyond just flood control. Despite the lack of certain information, the dam is recognized for its critical role in the area and is essential for climate and water resource enthusiasts to monitor. It serves as a key infrastructure in Cabarrus County, playing a significant part in the region's water management system.
As an integral part of the local watershed, Horton (Bmp) Dam plays a vital role in the management of water resources and environmental conservation efforts. With its location on Wolf Meadow Branch and its high hazard potential, this dam requires regular attention and maintenance to ensure its continued functionality and safety. The NCDEQ Dam Safety Program oversees its regulation and enforcement, highlighting the importance of Horton (Bmp) Dam in safeguarding the surrounding community and environment from potential risks associated with dam failure.
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 Horton (Bmp) Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Rocky R Ab Irish Buffalo Cr Nr Rocky River | 40 cfs | → |
| Mallard Cr Bl Stony Cr Nr Harrisburg | 5 cfs | → |
| Clarke Creek Near Harrisburg | 2 cfs | → |
| Reedy Creek At Sr 2803 Nr Charlotte | · | → |
| Clear Creek At Sr3181 Nr Mint Hill | 2 cfs | → |
| Coddle Cr At Sr 1612 Near Davidson | 3 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Horton (Bmp) Dam.
Boat launches
- Neck Road 5744, Huntersville
- Nc 73 Mecklenburg County
- Riverbend Boat Ramp
- Shipley Lane Lincoln County
- Seipel Drive 8335, Denver
- East Charlotte Avenue Downtown
Campgrounds
- Shepherds Field
- Morrow Mountain State Park
- Mcdowell Nature Preserve
- Deep Water Trailt Horse Camp
- Sign Language
- Art Lilley Campground
Fishing spots
- Mountain Island Park Fishing Access
- Abbotts Creek
- Buck Branch
- Badin Lake Lakemont Rd
- Buddle Branch
- Arrowhead Lake
Track Horton (Bmp) Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Horton (Bmp) Dam
Where does the data for Horton (Bmp) 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 Horton (Bmp) Dam.