Pcs Phosphate #1a Cooling Pond Dike dam
Pcs Phosphate #1a Cooling Pond Dike
The Pcs Phosphate #1a Cooling Pond Dike in Beaufort, North Carolina serves a crucial function in water resource management, as it is a state-regulated dam designed for offstream water storage. Completed in 2009, this earth dam has a high hazard potential but is currently assessed to be in fair condition. Its primary purpose is listed as "Other," indicating its importance in supporting the surrounding ecosystem and maintaining water levels for industrial use.
Owned by a private entity, this cooling pond dike falls under the jurisdiction of the NC Department of Environmental Quality's Dam Safety Program for regulatory oversight, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Located within the Wilmington District, it plays a vital role in water storage and management in the region. Despite not having specific dimensions or storage capacities listed, the dam's maintenance and monitoring are up to date, with inspections taking place every two years to ensure its continued safety and functionality.
For enthusiasts of water resources and climate, the Pcs Phosphate #1a Cooling Pond Dike presents an intriguing case study in dam infrastructure and management. Its presence in an offstream location, high hazard potential, and fair condition assessment raise questions about the challenges and responsibilities involved in maintaining and regulating such critical water structures. As climate change continues to impact water resources globally, understanding the state of dams like this one is essential for ensuring the resilience and sustainability of water systems in the face of evolving environmental conditions.
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 Pcs Phosphate #1a Cooling Pond Dike -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Van Swamp Near Hoke | 0 cfs | → |
| Chicod Cr At Sr1760 Near Simpson | 2 cfs | → |
| Neuse River Near Fort Barnwell | 356 cfs | → |
| Tar River At Greenville | 260 cfs | → |
| Trent River Near Trenton | 9 cfs | → |
| Contentnea Creek At Hookerton | 47 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Pcs Phosphate #1a Cooling Pond Dike.
Boat launches
- Oyster Creek Road 558, 28552
- Griffin Road 46, 28587 Vandemere
- Lee Landing Road, New Bern
- Weyerhaeuser Road Craven County
- Clarks Neck Road 6876, Washington
- Hyde County
Campgrounds
- Goose Creek State Park
- Goose Creek State Park Tent Campground
- Fisher Landing
- Flanners Beach/Neuse River Campground
Paddle runs
- Brice Creek From Confluence With East/West Prongs To Nf Boundary Past Brice Creek Boat Ramp
- Nf Boundary To Confluence With Trent River
- Fs Road 121-2 To Confluence With Brice Creek
- East Prong From Sr 1100 To Confluence With Brice Creek
- West Prong From Sr 1100 To Fs Road 121-2
- Headwaters To 1.24 River Miles Upstream From Us Hwy 17 Bridge
Track Pcs Phosphate #1a Cooling Pond Dike in the Snoflo app
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About Pcs Phosphate #1a Cooling Pond Dike
Where does the data for Pcs Phosphate #1a Cooling Pond Dike 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 Pcs Phosphate #1a Cooling Pond Dike.