Mcfall Fork Dam dam
Mcfall Fork Dam
Mcfall Fork Dam, located in Wise, Virginia, is a significant water resource structure on the TR-POUND RIVER managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation. This Earth dam stands at a height of 24 feet and has a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet, primarily serving the purpose of recreation. While the dam's hazard potential is currently classified as undetermined and its condition remains unrated, it undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and reliability for the surrounding community.
Despite lacking specific details on completion date and structural dimensions, Mcfall Fork Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and providing recreational opportunities in the area. With its location in the Nashville District under the ownership of the state of Virginia, the dam contributes to the overall environmental and social well-being of the region. While certain aspects such as emergency action plans and risk assessments are yet to be fully assessed, the dam stands as a symbol of responsible water resource management in the face of climate challenges.
Mcfall Fork Dam's presence on the TR-POUND RIVER not only enhances the natural landscape but also underscores the importance of sustainable water management practices. With its emphasis on recreation and state-regulated operations, the dam serves as a valuable asset in promoting environmental stewardship and climate resilience. As enthusiasts and advocates for water resource and climate issues, the data on Mcfall Fork Dam invites further exploration and engagement to ensure its continued role in supporting both human and ecological well-being 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 Mcfall Fork Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Cranes Nest River Near Clintwood | 29 cfs | → |
| Pound River Below Flannagan Dam Near Haysi | 26 cfs | → |
| Guest River At Coeburn | 20 cfs | → |
| North Fork Kentucky River At Whitesburg | 23 cfs | → |
| Russell Fork At Bartlick | 1,060 cfs | → |
| Russell Fork At Haysi | 467 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Mcfall Fork Dam.
Boat launches
- Big Cherry Road Wise County
- Sr 65 Dungannon
- Lick Creek Pike County
- Lake Keokee Loop Lee County
- Smithsboro Road Perry County
- Carr Creek Dam Road Knott County
Campgrounds
- Jack Sutter Campsite
- Cane Patch Campground
- Cane Patch
- Indian Grave Campsite
- Pound River - John W. Flannagan Reservoir
- Mullins Pond Campsite
Paddle runs
- State Route 72 Bridge To Confluence With Clinch River
- Confluence Of White Branch With Russell Fork (And 1 Mile Upstream On Pound River) To Railroad Bridge Crossing Above Elkhorn City
- Fs Route 700 To Confluence With Clinch River
- Confluence With Guest River To Confluence With Little Stony Creek
- Headwaters To Alternative Route 58
Track Mcfall Fork Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Mcfall Fork Dam
Where does the data for Mcfall Fork 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 Undetermined 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 Mcfall Fork Dam.