Brittain Pond Dam #2 dam
Brittain Pond Dam #2
Brittain Pond Dam #2 is a private dam located in Stanly, North Carolina, along the Island Creek-Os stream. Standing at a hydraulic height of 15.5 feet and a structural height of 17 feet, this earthen dam has a maximum storage capacity of 60 acre-feet and covers an approximate surface area of 8 acres. While the dam is not state-regulated, it undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and integrity.
Despite having a low hazard potential and being classified as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment, Brittain Pond Dam #2 plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area. With a primary purpose of "Other" and serving as a vital structure for various purposes, the dam holds significant importance for the surrounding environment and community. Although it lacks certain details such as the year of completion and dam length, its consistent inspection and maintenance ensure its functionality and safety.
Owned by a private entity and located within the Wilmington District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Brittain Pond Dam #2 serves as a key infrastructure for water storage and management. With no associated structures or federal agency involvement, the dam stands as a testament to private stewardship in maintaining essential water resources. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the unique characteristics and role of Brittain Pond Dam #2 make it a fascinating subject for further exploration and study in the realm of water resource management and climate resilience.
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 Brittain Pond Dam #2 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Rocky River Nr Stanfield | 173 cfs | → |
| Rocky R Ab Irish Buffalo Cr Nr Rocky River | 45 cfs | → |
| Goose Cr At Fairview | 14 cfs | → |
| Clear Creek At Sr3181 Nr Mint Hill | 2 cfs | → |
| Rocky River Near Norwood | 112 cfs | → |
| Goose Creek At Sr1525 Nr Indian Trail | 1 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Brittain Pond Dam #2.
Boat launches
- Badin Lake Boat Ramp
- Lilly’S Bridge Access Area
- Falls Road Stanly County
- Morrow Mountain Boat Launch
- Old Whitney Boat Ramp
- Marina Drive 298, Montgomery County
Campgrounds
- Morrow Mountain State Park
- Deep Water Trailt Horse Camp
- Woodrun
- Art Lilley Campground
- Arrowhead
- Arrowhead Campground
Fishing spots
- Badin Lake Lakemont Rd
- Arrowhead Lake
- Buck Branch
- Abbotts Creek
- Buddle Branch
- Blewett Falls Lake Grassy Island
Track Brittain Pond Dam #2 in the Snoflo app
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About Brittain Pond Dam #2
Where does the data for Brittain Pond 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 Brittain Pond Dam #2.