Fox Mountain Lake Dam dam
Fox Mountain Lake Dam
Fox Mountain Lake Dam, located in New Hope, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose of recreation. Built in 1955, this earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 38.3 feet and a structural height of 56.7 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 180 acre-feet. The dam, situated on Rocky Creek-Tr, covers a surface area of 3.7 acres and has a normal storage capacity of 59 acre-feet.
While the dam is regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (NCDEQ), with permits and inspections in place, its hazard potential is rated as low. The last inspection of the dam was conducted in October 2015, with a frequency of every 5 years. Despite being structurally sound, the condition assessment of Fox Mountain Lake Dam is currently listed as "Not Rated," indicating a need for further evaluation.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Fox Mountain Lake Dam offers a fascinating insight into the intersection of human activity and natural ecosystems. With its recreational focus and regulated status, this dam serves as a vital piece of infrastructure in the region, providing both leisure opportunities and essential water management functions. Its location in the picturesque surroundings of Iredell County adds to the allure, making it a must-visit destination for those interested in the intricate balance between water resources and environmental stewardship.
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 Fox Mountain Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Yadkin River At Wilkesboro | 333 cfs | → |
| Lower Little River Nr All Healing Springs | 8 cfs | → |
| Hunting Creek Near Harmony | 61 cfs | → |
| Reddies River At North Wilkesboro | 32 cfs | → |
| Yadkin River At Elkin | 516 cfs | → |
| South Yadkin River Near Mocksville | 80 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Fox Mountain Lake Dam.
Boat launches
Campgrounds
- Fulda Gap / Cef Dragoons Hq
- Rendezvous Mountain Group Camp
- Sandy Creek Family Campground
- Stone Mountain State Park
- Shepherds Field
- Site D
Fishing spots
Track Fox Mountain 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 Fox Mountain Lake Dam
Where does the data for Fox Mountain 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 Fox Mountain Lake Dam.