Wilora Lake Dam dam
Wilora Lake Dam
Wilora Lake Dam, located in Mecklenburg, North Carolina, is a significant structure that serves the primary purpose of recreation. This dam stands at a structural height of 14 feet and has a storage capacity of 15 acre-feet. While the dam is not state-regulated, it undergoes regular inspections to ensure its fair condition and significant hazard potential are properly managed. The last inspection took place in November 2018, indicating a commitment to maintaining the safety and integrity of the dam.
Situated on Campbell Creek, a tributary of the Wilmington District, Wilora Lake Dam is designed using concrete and earth materials. Despite not being under federal jurisdiction, the dam plays a crucial role in providing recreational opportunities for the local community. With a focus on safety, the dam's emergency action plan and risk management measures are essential aspects that are continuously monitored and updated. As a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts and climate advocates, Wilora Lake Dam serves as a reminder of the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate patterns.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore the beauty and functionality of Wilora Lake Dam, they can appreciate its role in providing recreational activities while also recognizing the need for ongoing inspection and maintenance. With Alma S. Adams serving as the Congressional representative for the area, there is a sense of community responsibility towards ensuring the safety and sustainability of this vital water infrastructure. As efforts to address climate change intensify, Wilora Lake Dam stands as a symbol of resilience and adaptation in the face of environmental challenges, inspiring a commitment to preserving and protecting our water resources for future generations.
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 Wilora Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Campbell Creek Nr Charlotte | 0 cfs | → |
| Briar Creek Near Charlotte | 1 cfs | → |
| Mcalpine Creek At Sr3150 Nr Idlewild | 0 cfs | → |
| Reedy Creek At Sr 2803 Nr Charlotte | · | → |
| Irvins Creek At Sr3168 Nr Charlotte | 0 cfs | → |
| Ltl Sugar Cr At Medical Center Dr At Charlotte | 4 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Wilora Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Wilkinson Boulevard Belmont
- Neck Road 5744, Huntersville
- East Charlotte Avenue Downtown
- Riverbend Boat Ramp
- Soldier Road 15299, Mecklenburg County
- Copperhead Island Mecklenburg County
Campgrounds
- Sign Language
- Mcdowell Nature Preserve
- Ebenezer County Park
- Williams Farm
- Cane Creek Park
- Andrew Jackson State Park
Fishing spots
- Mountain Island Park Fishing Access
- Buck Branch
- Abbotts Creek
- Arrowhead Lake
- Badin Lake Lakemont Rd
- Buddle Branch
Track Wilora Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Wilora Lake Dam
Where does the data for Wilora Lake 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 Wilora Lake Dam.