Kenneth Raymond Stowe Ii Dam dam
Kenneth Raymond Stowe Ii Dam
Kenneth Raymond Stowe II Dam, located in Gaston, North Carolina, is a state-regulated structure on UT to the Catawba Creek that serves a primary purpose classified as "Other." The dam, with a high hazard potential, is not rated for its condition but undergoes inspections every two years to ensure safety standards are met. While the specific details of the dam's height, volume, and storage capacity are not available, its association with the Catawba Creek watershed underscores its importance in managing water resources in the region.
Owned by an unspecified entity and regulated by the NCDEQ Dam Safety Program, Kenneth Raymond Stowe II Dam stands as a critical infrastructure in the area. Despite lacking certain structural data such as height and volume, the dam's high hazard potential necessitates regular inspections and emergency preparedness measures. Additionally, its location in Gaston, North Carolina, highlights its significance in maintaining water resources and mitigating potential risks associated with its operation.
As a vital component of water resource management in the region, Kenneth Raymond Stowe II Dam plays a crucial role in regulating water flow and ensuring the safety of surrounding communities. With a high hazard potential and state-regulated status, the dam serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining and monitoring critical infrastructure to prevent potential disasters. While specific details about the dam's construction and capacity are not provided, its presence in the Catawba Creek watershed underscores its significance in the broader ecosystem and the need for ongoing maintenance and oversight.
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 Kenneth Raymond Stowe Ii Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Beaverdam Creek Ab Windy Gap Road Nr Shopton | 0 cfs | → |
| South Fork Catawba River At Lowell | 187 cfs | → |
| Paw Cr At Wilkinson Blvd Nr Charlotte | 7 cfs | → |
| Taggart Creek At West Boulevard Nr Charlotte | 0 cfs | → |
| Long Creek Nr Rhyne | 10 cfs | → |
| Coffey Creek Nr Charlotte | 2 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Kenneth Raymond Stowe Ii Dam.
Boat launches
- Wilkinson Boulevard Belmont
- Copperhead Island Mecklenburg County
- Soldier Road 15299, Mecklenburg County
- East Charlotte Avenue Downtown
- Boatshore Road York County
- Windward Drive Tega Cay
Campgrounds
- Mcdowell Nature Preserve
- Ebenezer County Park
- Kings Mountain State Park
- Hounds Gateway Campground
- Sign Language
- Garner Creek
Track Kenneth Raymond Stowe Ii Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Kenneth Raymond Stowe Ii Dam
Where does the data for Kenneth Raymond Stowe Ii 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 Kenneth Raymond Stowe Ii Dam.