Wilford Sherbert Dam dam
Wilford Sherbert Dam
Wilford Sherbert Dam, located in Spartanburg, South Carolina, is a private-owned earth dam primarily used for recreation. Completed in 1959, this dam stands at a height of 31 feet and has a length of 300 feet, providing a storage capacity of 135 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the Harrison Branch river, offering a serene and picturesque setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy various outdoor activities.
Despite being privately owned, Wilford Sherbert Dam is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control. The dam has been assessed to be in fair condition with a significant hazard potential, prompting regular inspections every three years to ensure public safety. The last inspection in July 2020 confirmed the dam's structural integrity, although there are no spillways or locks associated with the structure.
With its rich history dating back to the late 1950s, Wilford Sherbert Dam continues to serve as a vital recreational resource for the local community. Its proximity to Spartanburg and the surrounding areas makes it an ideal destination for nature lovers seeking a tranquil escape. As efforts to maintain and enhance this dam persist, it remains a key feature in the region's water management infrastructure, attracting visitors and enthusiasts alike to appreciate its beauty and functionality.
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 Wilford Sherbert Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Lawsons Fork Creek At Spartanburg Sc | 29 cfs | → |
| Enoree River Near Woodruff | 115 cfs | → |
| South Tyger River Below Duncan | 21 cfs | → |
| Middle Tyger River Near Lyman | 8 cfs | → |
| Durbin Creek Above Fountain Inn | 6 cfs | → |
| Pacolet River Below Lake Blalock Near Cowpens | 88 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Wilford Sherbert Dam.
Boat launches
- Berry Shoals Road 370, Spartanburg County
- Sandy Ford Road 1925, Chesnee
- Anchor Park
- J. Verne Smith Park (Lake Robinson)
- Garlington Drive Laurens County
Campgrounds
- Croft State Natural Area
- Sedalia Campground
- Sedalia
- Poulous Loop Group Camp
- Paris Mountain State Park
- Woods Ferry
Fishing spots
Track Wilford Sherbert Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Wilford Sherbert Dam
Where does the data for Wilford Sherbert 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 Significant 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 Wilford Sherbert Dam.