Horseshoe Pond Dam dam
Horseshoe Pond Dam
Horseshoe Pond Dam in Lincoln, North Carolina, is a private dam primarily used for recreation. Standing at a hydraulic height of 16 feet and a structural height of 22 feet, this concrete dam spans 124 feet in length and has a maximum storage capacity of 40 acre-feet. With a surface area of 5 acres, the dam is located on Carpenter Creek-Tr and is regulated by the NCDEQ Dam Safety Program, ensuring regular inspections and enforcement to maintain safety standards.
Despite its fair condition assessment as of December 2019, Horseshoe Pond Dam holds a high hazard potential due to its location and height. The dam has an inspection frequency of every two years, with the last assessment occurring in December 2019. While no emergency action plan (EAP) is currently in place, the dam meets regulatory guidelines and has not had any significant risk events reported. As a recreational structure, the dam provides opportunities for water enthusiasts to enjoy the surrounding area and engage in water-related activities.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the unique features of Horseshoe Pond Dam, from its concrete construction to its gravity and masonry components. The dam serves as a vital component of the local ecosystem, providing storage and recreational opportunities for the community. With ongoing regulatory oversight and maintenance, Horseshoe Pond Dam continues to play a crucial role in managing water resources and protecting against potential hazards 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 Horseshoe Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Creek Near Laboratory | 70 cfs | → |
| Killian Creek Near Mariposa | 44 cfs | → |
| Long Creek Near Bessemer City | 43 cfs | → |
| Henry Fork Near Henry River | 39 cfs | → |
| South Fork Catawba River At Lowell | 450 cfs | → |
| Mcdowell Creek Nr Charlotte | 1 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Horseshoe Pond Dam.
Boat launches
- Burton Lane 4906, Denver
- Seipel Drive 8335, Denver
- Shipley Lane Lincoln County
- Nc 73 Mecklenburg County
- Riverbend Boat Ramp
- Neck Road 5744, Huntersville
Campgrounds
- John H. Moss Lake City Campground
- Hounds Gateway Campground
- South Mountains State Park
- Family Campground, South Mountains State Park
- Little River Campground
- Fulda Gap / Cef Dragoons Hq
Fishing spots
Track Horseshoe Pond Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Horseshoe Pond Dam
Where does the data for Horseshoe Pond 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 Horseshoe Pond Dam.