Lincoln Raw Water Reservoir Dam dam
Lincoln Raw Water Reservoir Dam
The Lincoln Raw Water Reservoir Dam, located in Lowesville, North Carolina, serves as a vital component of the region's water supply infrastructure. Completed in 1994, this earth dam stands at a structural height of 45 feet and has a hydraulic height of 40 feet. With a maximum storage capacity of 227 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 51 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
Managed by a public utility, the Lincoln Raw Water Reservoir Dam is state-regulated by the North Carolina Dam Safety Program, ensuring its compliance with safety standards and regular inspections. The dam's primary purpose is water supply, reflecting its importance in maintaining a reliable source of water for the community. Although the dam is classified with a hazard potential of "Significant," its overall condition assessment is considered "Fair," indicating that it is being monitored and maintained to mitigate risks effectively.
Situated along the Killian Creek-Tr river/stream, the Lincoln Raw Water Reservoir Dam not only provides essential water storage but also contributes to flood control and environmental protection efforts in the area. With a surface area of 14.5 acres and a maximum discharge capacity of 32 cubic feet per second, the dam is a crucial infrastructure asset for ensuring water security and sustainability in Lincoln County, North Carolina.
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 Lincoln Raw Water Reservoir Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Killian Creek Near Mariposa | 44 cfs | → |
| Mcdowell Creek Nr Charlotte | 1 cfs | → |
| Gar Creek At Sr2074 Nr Croft | 1 cfs | → |
| Long Creek Nr Rhyne | 6 cfs | → |
| Long Creek Near Paw Creek | 0 cfs | → |
| South Fork Catawba River At Lowell | 450 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Lincoln Raw Water Reservoir Dam.
Boat launches
- Nc 73 Mecklenburg County
- Shipley Lane Lincoln County
- Seipel Drive 8335, Denver
- Riverbend Boat Ramp
- Neck Road 5744, Huntersville
- Burton Lane 4906, Denver
Campgrounds
- Shepherds Field
- Mcdowell Nature Preserve
- Hounds Gateway Campground
- Kings Mountain State Park
- John H. Moss Lake City Campground
- Ebenezer County Park
Fishing spots
Track Lincoln Raw Water Reservoir Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Lincoln Raw Water Reservoir Dam
Where does the data for Lincoln Raw Water Reservoir 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 Significant 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 Lincoln Raw Water Reservoir Dam.