Charlotte Pipe Bmp #1 dam
Charlotte Pipe Bmp #1
Charlotte Pipe Bmp #1 is a state-regulated structure located in Oakboro, North Carolina, along UT to Coldwater Creek. Owned by an unspecified entity, this BMP is overseen by the NC Department of Environmental Quality and the Dam Safety Program. Despite lacking specific details on its design and purpose, this BMP is marked with a high hazard potential, indicating the need for regular inspections and enforcement measures to ensure public safety and environmental protection.
While the exact dimensions and features of Charlotte Pipe Bmp #1 remain undisclosed, its classification as a high-risk structure underscores the critical role it plays in water resource management and climate resilience. With a mandated inspection frequency of 2, this BMP is subject to frequent evaluations to assess its condition and address any potential risks. The lack of a formal condition assessment suggests that ongoing monitoring and maintenance are essential to mitigate hazards and prevent potential emergencies.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts delve deeper into understanding Charlotte Pipe Bmp #1, questions around its design, capacity, and operational history may arise. Despite the absence of detailed information, the high hazard potential associated with this BMP highlights the importance of proactive risk management and emergency preparedness in safeguarding communities and ecosystems. Further research and engagement with regulatory agencies may shed light on the specific challenges and opportunities linked to this critical infrastructure.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Charlotte Pipe Bmp #1 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Rocky River Nr Stanfield | 173 cfs | → |
| Rocky River Near Norwood | 556 cfs | → |
| Goose Cr At Fairview | 14 cfs | → |
| Rocky R Ab Irish Buffalo Cr Nr Rocky River | 188 cfs | → |
| Clear Creek At Sr3181 Nr Mint Hill | 2 cfs | → |
| Goose Creek At Sr1525 Nr Indian Trail | 3 cfs | → |
About Charlotte Pipe Bmp #1
Where does the data for Charlotte Pipe Bmp #1 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 below 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.
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.