Frady Cove Estates dam
Frady Cove Estates
Frady Cove Estates, located in Dillsboro, North Carolina, is a privately owned recreational area that features a dam on Blake Branch known for its stunning natural surroundings and serene atmosphere. The dam, completed in 1969, is primarily used for recreation purposes and stands at a structural height of 35 feet with a hydraulic height of 29.8 feet. With a storage capacity of 31 acre-feet, the dam serves as a popular spot for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and picnicking.
Maintained by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, the dam at Frady Cove Estates is subject to regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and safe operation. The latest inspection in January 2021 deemed the dam's condition as satisfactory, despite its high hazard potential. The area is also regulated by state authorities, ensuring compliance with safety guidelines and emergency preparedness protocols.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate Frady Cove Estates for its unique blend of natural beauty and recreational opportunities, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts looking to enjoy the tranquility of the surrounding landscape. Visitors can immerse themselves in the peaceful ambiance of the area while taking in the picturesque views of the dam and its surrounding environment. Whether for a relaxing day by the water or to explore the nearby trails and wildlife, Frady Cove Estates offers a peaceful retreat for those seeking to reconnect with nature in a safe and well-maintained environment.
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 Frady Cove Estates -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Tuckasegee River At Barker's Creek | 290 cfs | → |
| Tuckasegee River At Sr 1172 Nr Cullowhee | 49 cfs | → |
| Oconaluftee River At Birdtown | 215 cfs | → |
| Little Tennessee R At Franklin | 1,050 cfs | → |
| Tuckasegee River At Bryson City | 667 cfs | → |
| Little Tennessee River Near Prentiss | 174 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Frady Cove Estates.
Boat launches
- Great Smoky Mountains Expressway 5453, Jackson County
- Church Street Jackson County
- Canada Road 14091, Tuckasegee
- North Lakeshore Drive 103, Haywood County
- Devils Fork Road Oconee County
- White Oak Hill Road Oconee County
Campgrounds
- Fort Wilderness Rv Park And Campground
- Ralph Andrews County Park
- Deep Creek Campground
- Deep Creek - Great Smoky Mountains
- Deep Creek Group Camp
- 51
Fishing spots
- Bear Creek Lake
- Augerhole Branch
- Birchfield Branch
- Massey Branch Fishing Pier
- Hickory Nut Cove Trout Farm
- Santeetlah Lake
Paddle runs
- Natahala Powerhouse To Lake Fontana (River Mile 4)
- Yellowstone Prong From Headwaters To Confluence With East Fork And Yellowstone Prong
- Dark Prong From Headwaters To Confluence East Fork And Yellowstone Prong
- Ga/Nc State Line To 2 Miles Downriver
- East Fork From Us Highway 276 To Confluence Of Dark Prong And Yellowstone Prong
- Headwaters To Sloan's Bridge Crossing, Crossing Of Sc 107
Track Frady Cove Estates in the Snoflo app
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About Frady Cove Estates
Where does the data for Frady Cove Estates 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
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