Holly Ridge Golf Links Dam No. 1 dam
Holly Ridge Golf Links Dam No. 1
Holly Ridge Golf Links Dam No. 1, located in Randleman, North Carolina, serves a primary purpose of irrigation along the Muddy Creek-Tr river. Completed in 1994, this earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 15 feet and a structural height of 19 feet, with a length of 645 feet. The dam has a maximum storage capacity of 120 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 88 acre-feet, spanning an area of 11 acres.
This privately owned dam is regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, with regular inspections ensuring its fair condition and high hazard potential are managed effectively. The dam's last inspection in December 2019 revealed its structural integrity and functionality. With a maximum discharge capacity of 1100 cubic feet per second and a drainage area of 200 acres, Holly Ridge Golf Links Dam No. 1 plays a crucial role in supporting irrigation needs in the region.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate the significance of Holly Ridge Golf Links Dam No. 1 in providing irrigation water while managing potential risks associated with its high hazard potential. The dam's presence along the Muddy Creek-Tr river underscores the importance of proper regulation and maintenance to ensure its continued functionality and safety. As a key infrastructure for water management in Randolph County, this dam stands as a testament to the careful balance between resource utilization and environmental stewardship 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 Holly Ridge Golf Links Dam No. 1 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| East Fork Deep River Near High Point | 2 cfs | → |
| Ryan Creek Below Us 220 At Greensboro | 0 cfs | → |
| South Buffalo Creek Nr Pomona | 1 cfs | → |
| South Buffalo Creek At Us 220 At Greensboro | 2 cfs | → |
| N Buffalo Cr At Westover Terrace At Greensboro | 1 cfs | → |
| Deep River At Ramseur | 13 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Holly Ridge Golf Links Dam No. 1.
Boat launches
- Lake Thom-A-Lex Park
- Homeview Road Burlington
- Wildlife Rec Area Access Road 899, Davidson County
- Belews Lake Drive 8191, Belews Creek
- Trading Ford Way Davidson County
- Marina Drive 298, Montgomery County
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
Track Holly Ridge Golf Links Dam No. 1 in the Snoflo app
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About Holly Ridge Golf Links Dam No. 1
Where does the data for Holly Ridge Golf Links Dam No. 1 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 Holly Ridge Golf Links Dam No. 1.