Camp Kanata Lake Dam #2 dam
Camp Kanata Lake Dam #2
Camp Kanata Lake Dam #2, located in Wake County, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure regulated by the NCDEQ Dam Safety Program. Built in 1957 for recreational purposes, this earthen dam stands at a structural height of 25 feet with a hydraulic height of 20 feet, creating a storage capacity of 70 acre-feet and serving a drainage area of 813 acres. The dam, situated on Mud Branch Horse Creek, has a low hazard potential and was last inspected in November 2018, with a fair condition assessment.
With a capacity to hold 70 acre-feet of water, Camp Kanata Lake Dam #2 not only provides recreational opportunities but also serves as a vital resource for the surrounding area. The dam's design and construction reflect a commitment to safety and environmental stewardship, meeting state inspection and regulatory standards. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's fair condition assessment underscores the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued reliability and functionality for the community.
As a significant feature in the local landscape, Camp Kanata Lake Dam #2 plays a crucial role in managing water resources and enhancing the natural environment. With its strategic location and structural design, the dam contributes to the conservation of water and the protection of downstream areas from potential flooding risks. While maintaining a focus on recreational benefits, the dam's operational and safety measures align with state regulations and reflect a proactive approach to water resource management in Wake 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 Camp Kanata Lake Dam #2 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Neuse River Near Falls | 123 cfs | → |
| Crabtree Creek At Hwy 70 At Raleigh | 13 cfs | → |
| Marsh C Nr New Hope | 1 cfs | → |
| Crabtree Creek At Us 1 At Raleigh | 17 cfs | → |
| Crabtree Cr At Ebenezer Church Rd Nr Raleigh | 14 cfs | → |
| Tar River Near Tar River | 3 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Camp Kanata Lake Dam #2.
Boat launches
- Falls Lake Trail Wake County
- Barton's Creek Boat Ramp
- Duck Cove Trail Wake County
- Creedmoor Road 13900, Town Of Wake Forest
- Durham County
- Baptist Route 4398, Durham County
Campgrounds
- Shoreline Campground
- Overlook Campground
- Shortleaf Pine Campground
- Bootleg Point Campground
- Osprey Nest Campground
- Blue Heron Campground
Track Camp Kanata Lake Dam #2 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 Camp Kanata Lake Dam #2
Where does the data for Camp Kanata Lake Dam #2 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 Camp Kanata Lake Dam #2.