Scheduled Flow Releases

The Catawba-Wateree River basin has improved to a Low Inflow Protocol Stage 1 condition. With this improved condition, Duke Energy will begin recreation flow releases at the Bridgewater, Wylie and Wateree Hydroelectric Stations the last full weekend in April and will begin releases from the Oxford Hydroelectric Station the first weekend in May.

Spring rains have brought improving conditions to the Catawba-Wateree River basin but the effects of the prolonged drought are still impacting the region. Duke Energy plans to operate lake levels in their target range into the summer months. Note that lake levels will vary with weather conditions.

Scheduled flow releases are subject to variability based upon natural conditions and /or unexpected changes in hydro project operation. Duke Energy may, at any time, and without prior warning, change operations of our hydro facilities in response to high electricity demand, flooding, electric system emergencies or other conditions. Please remember to stay 300 feet away from the upstream and downstream sides of the dam and powerhouse. Do not enter the tailrace section directly below hydroelectric stations. These areas are prone to a sudden rise and violent turbulence in the water.