Mcarthur Lake Dam dam
Mcarthur Lake Dam
The Mcarthur Lake Dam, also known as Bragg-009, is a Federal-owned structure located in Southern Pines, North Carolina. Built in 1935 by the US Army, this Earth-type dam stands at 21 feet tall and stretches 800 feet in length. Its primary purpose includes creating a Fish and Wildlife Pond, as well as providing recreational opportunities in the area.
Situated on the Tuckahoe Creek, the Mcarthur Lake Dam has a storage capacity of 906 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 504 acre-feet. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 27 feet, and its hazard potential is classified as high. Despite its age, the dam has undergone regular inspections, with the last assessment conducted in November 2017. With a moderate risk assessment rating, the Mcarthur Lake Dam continues to play a crucial role in managing water resources and supporting the local ecosystem.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Mcarthur Lake Dam serves as a fascinating example of how infrastructure can both benefit wildlife habitats and provide recreational opportunities for the community. As a Federal-owned structure operated by the US Army, the dam's design and construction reflect a commitment to both water management and environmental stewardship. With its historical significance and ongoing maintenance efforts, the Mcarthur Lake Dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management in North Carolina's Hoke County.
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 Mcarthur Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Flat Creek Near Inverness | 3 cfs | → |
| Rockfish Creek At Raeford | 50 cfs | → |
| Little River At Manchester | 55 cfs | → |
| Drowning Creek Near Hoffman | 43 cfs | → |
| Lumber River Near Maxton | 187 cfs | → |
| Cape Fear River At Lillington | 566 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Mcarthur Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Dewberry Drive Whispering Pines
- Shadow Drive 93, Whispering Pines
- Niagara Carthage Road 3326, Whispering Pines
- Carolina Way 956, Harnett County
- Highway 42 1-199, Sanford
Campgrounds
- Smith Lake Army Rv Military - Ft Bragg
- Hickory Campsite
- Sweetgum Campsite
- Loblolly Campsite
- Camp Durant
- Chalk Banks - Lumber River State Park
Fishing spots
Track Mcarthur Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Mcarthur Lake Dam
Where does the data for Mcarthur 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 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 Mcarthur Lake Dam.