Springer Lake Dam dam
Springer Lake Dam
Springer Lake Dam, located in Anson, North Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam built in 1960 for recreational purposes. The dam stands at a structural height of 18 feet with a hydraulic height of 15 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet. Situated on the South Prong Buffalo Creek-Os, the dam covers a surface area of 6 acres and serves a drainage area of 77 square miles. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam has not been rated for its condition since the last inspection in May 2013.
The dam does not fall under state jurisdiction or regulation, and although it has undergone inspections in the past, there are no state permitting or enforcement requirements associated with it. The primary purpose of Springer Lake Dam is for recreation, providing opportunities for water activities and wildlife habitat in the surrounding area. With a maximum discharge rate of 3 cubic feet per second, the dam contributes to the local ecosystem while offering a serene setting for visitors to enjoy.
Overall, Springer Lake Dam remains a vital component of the landscape in Anson, North Carolina, serving as a recreational hub and a minor water resource on the South Prong Buffalo Creek-Os. While it may not pose a significant risk, continued monitoring and maintenance are crucial to ensure the safety and longevity of this earth dam for both recreational and environmental purposes.
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 Springer Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Rocky River Near Norwood | 160 cfs | → |
| Pee Dee R Nr Rockingham | 1,880 cfs | → |
| Rocky River Nr Stanfield | 173 cfs | → |
| Goose Cr At Fairview | 14 cfs | → |
| Little River Near Star | 7 cfs | → |
| Clear Creek At Sr3181 Nr Mint Hill | 2 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Springer Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Lilly’S Bridge Access Area
- State Road 1759, Lilesville
- Morrow Mountain Boat Launch
- Falls Road Stanly County
- West Us 74 Highway 1333, Rockingham
- Badin Lake Boat Ramp
Campgrounds
- Woodrun
- Morrow Mountain State Park
- Yates Place Camp
- Deep Water Trailt Horse Camp
- Art Lilley Campground
- Uwharrie Hunt Camp
Fishing spots
- Arrowhead Lake
- Blewett Falls Lake Grassy Island
- Badin Lake Lakemont Rd
- Buck Branch
- Baldwins Pond
- Big Branch
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About Springer Lake Dam
Where does the data for Springer 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 Springer Lake Dam.