David Hyatt Nursery Dam #2 dam
David Hyatt Nursery Dam #2
David Hyatt Nursery Dam #2, located in Union, North Carolina, is a privately owned structure primarily designed for irrigation purposes. The dam stands at a hydraulic height of 36 feet and a structural height of 40 feet, with a storage capacity of 60.4 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regulated by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program, ensuring regular inspections and enforcement of safety measures.
The last inspection of David Hyatt Nursery Dam #2 took place in October 2020, revealing a fair condition assessment. The dam has an inspection frequency of 5 years and is equipped with emergency action plans to mitigate any potential risks. Although no associated structures or spillways are mentioned, the dam serves a crucial role in supporting irrigation and recreation activities in the area. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the importance of maintaining such structures to ensure the sustainable management of water resources in North Carolina.
With its strategic location and purposeful design, David Hyatt Nursery Dam #2 stands as a testament to the careful balance between water resource management and environmental stewardship. As a key contributor to irrigation and recreation in Union County, the dam plays a vital role in supporting local communities and ecosystems. Continued monitoring and maintenance efforts by regulatory agencies ensure the safety and functionality of this essential water infrastructure for years to come.
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 David Hyatt Nursery Dam #2 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Rocky River Nr Stanfield | 173 cfs | → |
| Goose Cr At Fairview | 14 cfs | → |
| Goose Creek At Sr1525 Nr Indian Trail | 1 cfs | → |
| Clear Creek At Sr3181 Nr Mint Hill | 2 cfs | → |
| Rocky River Near Norwood | 117 cfs | → |
| Irvins Creek At Sr3168 Nr Charlotte | 0 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near David Hyatt Nursery Dam #2.
Boat launches
- Lilly’S Bridge Access Area
- Badin Lake Boat Ramp
- Falls Road Stanly County
- Catawba Nation Greenway Trail York County
- Morrow Mountain Boat Launch
- State Road 1759, Lilesville
Campgrounds
- Williams Farm
- Cane Creek Park
- Woodrun
- Morrow Mountain State Park
- Andrew Jackson State Park
- Deep Water Trailt Horse Camp
Fishing spots
- Buck Branch
- Arrowhead Lake
- Blewett Falls Lake Grassy Island
- Badin Lake Lakemont Rd
- Mountain Island Park Fishing Access
- Baldwins Pond
Track David Hyatt Nursery Dam #2 in the Snoflo app
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About David Hyatt Nursery Dam #2
Where does the data for David Hyatt Nursery 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 David Hyatt Nursery Dam #2.