Clodfelter Lake Dam dam
Clodfelter Lake Dam
Clodfelter Lake Dam in Davidson, North Carolina, stands as a key feature along the Swearing Creek, serving a primary purpose of recreation since its completion in 1960. This private Earth-type dam boasts a hydraulic height of 18 feet and a structural height of 22 feet, with a length of 540 feet. The dam provides a storage capacity of 77 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 65 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 9 acres and draining a watershed area of 64 square miles. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has not been rated for its condition, with the last inspection conducted in November 2019.
Located in Southmont, Clodfelter Lake Dam offers enthusiasts a picturesque setting for various outdoor activities, supported by its recreational infrastructure. With no state regulation or permitting in place, the dam operates under private ownership, with routine inspections ensuring its structural integrity and safety. While the dam has not been modified in recent years, its emergency action plan status and risk assessment remain unreported, leaving room for further evaluation of its overall risk management measures. As a notable landmark in the area, the dam attracts visitors seeking leisure and relaxation amidst the serene waters of Clodfelter Lake.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore the intricacies of Clodfelter Lake Dam, its role in the local ecosystem and community becomes increasingly apparent. With a designated spillway width and maximum discharge capacity, the dam contributes to flood control efforts along the Swearing Creek, demonstrating a balance between recreational use and environmental stewardship. While the dam's hazard potential remains low, ongoing monitoring and assessment are essential to ensure the safety and sustainability of this vital water resource infrastructure. As stakeholders engage in discussions surrounding Clodfelter Lake Dam, opportunities for collaboration and improvement emerge, paving the way for a more resilient and resource-conscious future for all.
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 Clodfelter Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Abbotts Creek At Lexington | 35 cfs | → |
| Yadkin River At Yadkin College | 1,120 cfs | → |
| Second Creek Near Barber | 26 cfs | → |
| South Yadkin River Near Mocksville | 101 cfs | → |
| Coddle Cr At Sr 1612 Near Davidson | 5 cfs | → |
| Rocky R Ab Irish Buffalo Cr Nr Rocky River | 64 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Clodfelter Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Wildlife Rec Area Access Road 899, Davidson County
- Trading Ford Way Davidson County
- Lake Thom-A-Lex Park
- Nc Highway 801 South 5877, Mocksville
- Marina Drive 298, Montgomery County
- Old Whitney Boat Ramp
Campgrounds
- Badin Lake Campground
- Badin Lake
- Badin Lake Group Camp
- Badin Lake Capmground Upper Loop
- Arrowhead
- Arrowhead Campground
Fishing spots
Track Clodfelter Lake Dam 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 Clodfelter Lake Dam
Where does the data for Clodfelter Lake 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 Clodfelter Lake Dam.