Lake Hollifield Dam dam
Lake Hollifield Dam
Lake Hollifield Dam, located in Cleveland, North Carolina, is a private dam with a primary purpose of recreation. Standing at a structural height of 28 feet with a hydraulic height of 185 feet, the dam impounds the Sandy Run Branch - Tributary and offers a storage capacity of 24 acre-feet. Despite its fair condition assessment and high hazard potential, the dam is regularly inspected by the NC Dam Safety Program and is regulated by NCDEQ, DEMLR.
The dam, part of the Nashville District, has no associated structures and is owned privately. It has a surface area of 3 acres and drains a watershed area of 189 acres. While the dam's spillway type and maximum discharge are unspecified, it stands as a crucial recreational asset in the region. With its last inspection conducted in January 2020 and a hazard potential deemed high, ensuring the safety and maintenance of Lake Hollifield Dam is paramount for water resource and climate enthusiasts alike.
Understanding the significance of Lake Hollifield Dam not only as a recreational destination but also as a vital element in water resource management underscores the importance of ongoing maintenance and regulatory oversight. With its location in a high-hazard area, the dam's condition assessment and emergency action plan preparedness are essential aspects to monitor and address. As a focal point for water enthusiasts and climate advocates, Lake Hollifield Dam serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between human enjoyment and the responsible stewardship of our natural resources.
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 Lake Hollifield Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Broad River Near Boiling Springs | 265 cfs | → |
| Broad River Near Blacksburg | 321 cfs | → |
| Broad River Near Gaffney | 1,890 cfs | → |
| Second Broad River Nr Logan | 30 cfs | → |
| First Broad River Near Casar | 19 cfs | → |
| Pacolet River Below Lake Blalock Near Cowpens | 88 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Lake Hollifield Dam.
Boat launches
- First Broad River Trail Shelby
- John H. Moss Lake Recreation Park
- Lakeshore Drive Cleveland County
- Sandy Ford Road 1925, Chesnee
- Anchor Park
Campgrounds
- Shelby Mission Camp
- John H. Moss Lake City Campground
- Garner Creek Backcountry Campsite
- Garner Creek
- Hounds Gateway Campground
- Kings Mountain State Park
Fishing spots
- Mountain Island Park Fishing Access
- Johns Creek Lake
- Sedalia Lake
- Macedonia Lake
- Benfield Creek
- Pittman Lake
Paddle runs
- Linville Wilderness Boundary To Lake James
- Linville Gorge Wilderness Boundary To Southern End Of Wilderness
- Blue Ridge Parkway Boundary To Linville Gorge Boundary
- Headwaters Above Linville Gap To Blue Ridge Parkway Boundary
- Mills River From Confluence Of North/South Forks To Confluence With Foster Creek
- Nf Boundary To Confluence With North Fork
Track Lake Hollifield Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Lake Hollifield Dam
Where does the data for Lake Hollifield 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 Lake Hollifield Dam.