Thicketty Creek Wcd 26 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Thicketty Creek WCD 26, located in the Macedonia Community in Cherokee, South Carolina, is a state-regulated dam with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.


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Summary

Constructed in 1967 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 52 feet and stretches 840 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 2431 acre-feet. Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the dam is currently in fair condition as of the last assessment in August 2020.

Managed by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC), Thicketty Creek WCD 26 plays a crucial role in flood control along Thicketty Creek. With a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam is subject to regular state inspections, enforcement, and permitting to ensure its structural integrity and public safety. Additionally, the dam offers recreational opportunities for the local community, further highlighting its significance beyond flood risk reduction.

Overall, Thicketty Creek WCD 26 serves as a vital infrastructure asset in South Carolina's water resource management, showcasing the collaborative efforts between state and federal agencies to mitigate flood risks and protect downstream communities. As climate change continues to impact precipitation patterns and intensify storm events, the proper maintenance and regulation of dams like Thicketty Creek WCD 26 are essential for sustainable water management and climate resilience in the region.

Year Completed

1967

Dam Length

840

Dam Height

52

River Or Stream

THICKETTY CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

101

Nid Storage

2431

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

52
       
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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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.