Scotland Lake Dam dam
Scotland Lake Dam
Scotland Lake Dam, located in Wagram, North Carolina, is a state-owned structure on the Towers Fork stream, built in 1936 for recreational purposes. With a hydraulic height of 13 feet and a structural height of 20 feet, the dam stands at 458 feet long and holds a storage capacity of 218 acre-feet. The dam covers a surface area of 85 acres and services a drainage area of 1389 acres, offering a serene and picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts.
Despite its age, Scotland Lake Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. The last inspection took place in July 2013, with regular inspections conducted by the state. The dam does not fall under federal jurisdiction and is not regulated by any federal agency, highlighting its predominantly local management and oversight. While the dam has not undergone significant modifications in recent years, it continues to provide a safe and enjoyable recreational space for visitors to enjoy fishing, boating, and other outdoor activities in the surrounding area.
With its historical significance and natural beauty, Scotland Lake Dam remains a beloved landmark in Scotland County, offering a tranquil retreat for water resource and climate enthusiasts to appreciate the importance of responsible dam management and environmental stewardship. As a vital part of the local landscape, the dam serves as a reminder of the interconnected relationship between water resources, recreational opportunities, and community well-being in the region.
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 Scotland Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Drowning Creek Near Hoffman | 43 cfs | → |
| Rockfish Creek At Raeford | 50 cfs | → |
| Big Shoe Heel Creek Nr Laurinburg | 28 cfs | → |
| Lumber River Near Maxton | 187 cfs | → |
| Pee Dee R Nr Rockingham | 1,810 cfs | → |
| Flat Creek Near Inverness | 3 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Scotland Lake Dam.
⚓ Boat launches
- Niagara Carthage Road 3326, Whispering Pines
- Shadow Drive 93, Whispering Pines
- Dewberry Drive Whispering Pines
- West Us 74 Highway 1333, Rockingham
- State Road 1759, Lilesville
⛺ Campgrounds
- Chalk Banks - Lumber River State Park
- Loblolly Campsite
- Sweetgum Campsite
- Hickory Campsite
- Camp Durant
- Camp Reeves
🎣 Fishing spots
- Broadacres Lakes
- Broadacres Lake
- Big Branch
- Aberdeen Town Lake
- Baldwins Pond
- Blewett Falls Lake Grassy Island
Track Scotland 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 Scotland Lake Dam
Where does the data for Scotland 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 Scotland Lake Dam.