Line Runner Ridge Dam dam
Line Runner Ridge Dam
Line Runner Ridge Dam, also known as Meany Dam, is a private-owned structure located in Rosman, North Carolina, within Transylvania County. This earth dam serves primarily for recreational purposes along the Gerren Creek-Tr river system. With a hydraulic height of 30 feet and a structural height of 33 feet, the dam boasts a storage capacity of 127 acre-feet, providing ample water resources for various activities in the area.
Despite its fair condition assessment and high hazard potential, Line Runner Ridge Dam remains regulated and inspected by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality, Dam Safety Program. The dam's last inspection in May 2018 revealed its compliance with safety standards, ensuring the surrounding community's protection in case of emergencies. With a storage capacity of 127 acre-feet and a surface area of 9 acres, this dam plays a crucial role in supporting recreational activities and preserving the natural ecosystem of the region.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate Line Runner Ridge Dam for its role in providing essential water storage and recreational opportunities in the picturesque surroundings of Transylvania County. With its strategic location and regulated maintenance, this private-owned earth dam stands as a testament to responsible water management practices and the importance of safeguarding our water resources for future generations.
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 Line Runner Ridge Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| French Broad River At Rosman | 56 cfs | → |
| South Saluda River Near Cleveland | 5 cfs | → |
| Davidson River Near Brevard | 32 cfs | → |
| Middle Saluda River Near Cleveland | 18 cfs | → |
| French Broad River At Blantyre | 260 cfs | → |
| W F Pigeon R Above Lake Logan Nr Hazelwood | 20 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Line Runner Ridge Dam.
Boat launches
- Pisgah Forest Access Brevard
- Cabin Road 398, Pickens County
- Devils Fork Road Oconee County
- White Oak Hill Road Oconee County
- Canada Road 14091, Tuckasegee
Campgrounds
- Cantrell Campsite
- Heath Pine Ridge Campsite
- Virginia Hawkins Campsite
- Toxaway Creek Campsites
- Rock Creek Campsite
- Kuykendall Group Campground
Fishing spots
- Bear Creek Lake
- Presbyterian Lake
- Asheville Recreation Park Lake
- Yonah Lake
- Tallulah Falls Lake
- Lake Rabun
Paddle runs
- Yellowstone Prong From Headwaters To Confluence With East Fork And Yellowstone Prong
- Dark Prong From Headwaters To Confluence East Fork And Yellowstone Prong
- Headwaters To Sloan's Bridge Crossing, Crossing Of Sc 107
- East Fork From Us Highway 276 To Confluence Of Dark Prong And Yellowstone Prong
- Sloan's Bridge Crossing To 1/4 Mile Above The Walhalla Fish Hatchery
- 1/4 Mile Above The Walhalla Fish Hatchery To 1/4 Mile Below The Walhalla Fish Hatchery
Track Line Runner Ridge Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Line Runner Ridge Dam
Where does the data for Line Runner Ridge 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 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
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Line Runner Ridge Dam.