E. Fork (Tannasee Creek) Dam Gated Spillway 2 Fuse Plugs dam
E. Fork (Tannasee Creek) Dam Gated Spillway 2 Fuse Plugs
Located in Tuckasegee, North Carolina, the E. Fork (Tannasee Creek) Dam boasts a unique feature - the Gated Spillway 2 Fuse Plugs. This structure, regulated by the NCDEQ Dam Safety Program, serves a primary purpose that falls under the category of "other." While specific details about the dam's height, volume, and completion year are not provided, its Hazard Potential is classified as high, indicating the importance of regular inspections and maintenance.
With a Hazard Potential rating of high, the E. Fork (Tannasee Creek) Dam Gated Spillway 2 Fuse Plugs poses a significant risk in case of failure. Despite being in a not rated condition assessment status, the dam is subject to regular inspections every two years to ensure its structural integrity. While it may not be operated or funded by federal agencies, its location along the Tuckasegee River highlights the importance of proper maintenance and enforcement to mitigate potential risks to surrounding communities and ecosystems.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the intricacies of dams like the E. Fork (Tannasee Creek) Dam can shed light on the critical role they play in managing water flow and mitigating flood risks. With its high Hazard Potential and state-regulated status, this gated spillway structure serves as a reminder of the ongoing efforts needed to ensure the safety and resilience of our water infrastructure in the face of changing 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 E. Fork (Tannasee Creek) Dam Gated Spillway 2 Fuse Plugs -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Tuckasegee River At Sr 1172 Nr Cullowhee | 647 cfs | → |
| French Broad River At Rosman | 229 cfs | → |
| W F Pigeon R Above Lake Logan Nr Hazelwood | 53 cfs | → |
| West Fork Pigeon River Near Retreat | 36 cfs | → |
| Davidson River Near Brevard | 101 cfs | → |
| W Fk Pigeon R At Bethel | 94 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near E. Fork (Tannasee Creek) Dam Gated Spillway 2 Fuse Plugs.
Boat launches
- Canada Road 14091, Tuckasegee
- Devils Fork Road Oconee County
- Pisgah Forest Access Brevard
- White Oak Hill Road Oconee County
- Cabin Road 398, Pickens County
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
- Bear Creek Lake
- Presbyterian Lake
- Asheville Recreation Park Lake
- Tallulah Falls Lake
- Lake Rabun
- Lake Burton
Paddle runs
- Yellowstone Prong From Headwaters To Confluence With East Fork And Yellowstone Prong
- Dark Prong From Headwaters To Confluence East Fork And Yellowstone Prong
- East Fork From Us Highway 276 To Confluence Of Dark Prong And Yellowstone Prong
- Headwaters To Sloan's Bridge Crossing, Crossing Of Sc 107
- 1/4 Mile Above The Walhalla Fish Hatchery To 1/4 Mile Below The Walhalla Fish Hatchery
- Sloan's Bridge Crossing To 1/4 Mile Above The Walhalla Fish Hatchery
Track E. Fork (Tannasee Creek) Dam Gated Spillway 2 Fuse Plugs in the Snoflo app
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About E. Fork (Tannasee Creek) Dam Gated Spillway 2 Fuse Plugs
Where does the data for E. Fork (Tannasee Creek) Dam Gated Spillway 2 Fuse Plugs 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.
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