Welton Corp Dam 1 dam
Welton Corp Dam 1
Welton Corp Dam 1, located in Beaufort, South Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1952 for recreational purposes along the TR-COLLETON RIVER. Standing at a height of 8 feet and a length of 175 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 372 acre-feet, with a maximum storage volume of 372 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 192 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, the dam is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety.
The dam, with a surface area of 80 acres, serves as a recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area. It is situated within the Savannah District of the US Army Corps of Engineers and falls under the jurisdiction of the state of South Carolina for permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The dam's primary purpose is for recreation, offering opportunities for boating, fishing, and other leisure activities on the river.
While Welton Corp Dam 1 poses a low risk of failure, it is essential for water resource and climate enthusiasts to stay informed about its condition and regulatory oversight to ensure the safety of recreational activities in the area. With its historical significance dating back to the 1950s, the dam continues to provide enjoyment for visitors seeking outdoor adventures along the scenic TR-COLLETON RIVER in Beaufort, South Carolina.
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 Welton Corp Dam 1 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Savannah River Near Port Wentworth | 6,810 cfs | → |
| Savannah River At Fort Pulaski | 172,000 cfs | → |
| Abercorn Cr (Water Intake) Nr Savannah | 2,920 cfs | → |
| Savannah River At Ga 25 | 20,700 cfs | → |
| Ebenezer Creek At Springfield | 0 cfs | → |
| Savannah River Near Clyo | 4,860 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Welton Corp Dam 1.
Boat launches
- Okatie Highway Beaufort County
- William Hilton Parkway Beaufort County
- Old Landing Road Beaufort County
- Beaufort County
- Cross Island Parkway Hilton Head Island
- South Okatie Highway 68, Hardeeville
Campgrounds
- Parris Island Rv Military
- Rivers End City Park
- Hunting Island State Park
- Skidaway Island State Park
- Lotts Island Army Airfield Rv Military - Hunter Aaf
Track Welton Corp Dam 1 in the Snoflo app
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About Welton Corp Dam 1
Where does the data for Welton Corp Dam 1 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 Low 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 Welton Corp Dam 1.