Cape Fear 1978 Ash Basin Dam dam
Cape Fear 1978 Ash Basin Dam
Cape Fear 1978 Ash Basin Dam, located in Chatham, North Carolina, is a crucial structure designed for flood risk reduction along the OS-Deep River. As a public utility-owned dam regulated by the NCDEQ Dam Safety Program, it plays a significant role in ensuring the safety and security of the surrounding area. Despite its fair condition assessment and high hazard potential, the dam has been inspected regularly, with the most recent assessment taking place in March 2020 to guarantee its structural integrity.
This Earth-type dam, completed in 1978, stands as a vital component in the flood risk reduction efforts in the region. With a high hazard potential, it is essential for the dam to be closely monitored and maintained to mitigate any potential risks and ensure the safety of the community. The dam's emergency action plan (EAP) status and risk management measures are aspects that are continuously evaluated and updated to meet regulatory guidelines and enhance overall preparedness.
The Cape Fear 1978 Ash Basin Dam's role in protecting the area from flooding highlights the critical importance of water resource management and climate resilience. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, staying informed about the condition and maintenance of such infrastructure is key to understanding the broader impact of these structures on the environment and local communities. Through ongoing inspections and risk assessments, the dam serves as a vital asset in safeguarding against natural disasters and ensuring the sustainable management of water resources in the region.
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 Cape Fear 1978 Ash Basin Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Buckhorn Creek Nr Corinth | 8 cfs | → |
| Deep River At Moncure | 54 cfs | → |
| Haw River Near Bynum | 118 cfs | → |
| White Oak Cr At Mouth Near Green Level | · | → |
| Cape Fear River At Lillington | 542 cfs | → |
| Swift Creek Near Apex | 1 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Cape Fear 1978 Ash Basin Dam.
Boat launches
- Highway 42 1-199, Sanford
- Crosspoint Road 388, New Hill
- Jordan Dam Road 935, Chatham County
- Bartley Holleman Road 3519-3621, New Hill
- Hanks Chapel Road 2765, Town Of Pittsboro
- Ferrington Boat Ramp, Chapel Hill
Campgrounds
- San Lee County Park
- Poplar Point State Rec Area - Jordan Lake
- Parkers Creek State Rec Area - Jordan Lake
- Crosswinds State Rec Area - Jordan Lake
- William B. Umstead State Park
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
Track Cape Fear 1978 Ash Basin Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Cape Fear 1978 Ash Basin Dam
Where does the data for Cape Fear 1978 Ash Basin 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 Cape Fear 1978 Ash Basin Dam.