Parrs Pond 3 dam
Parrs Pond 3
Parrs Pond 3, located in Newberry, South Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for irrigation purposes. The dam, standing at a height of 20 feet and with a length of 260 feet, has a storage capacity of 142 acre-feet and covers an area of 17 acres. It is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.
Despite its low hazard potential, Parrs Pond 3 has been assessed to be in poor condition as of October 2017. The risk assessment for the dam is classified as very high, indicating potential vulnerabilities in its current state. While there are no emergency action plans (EAP) prepared or updated for the dam, efforts are being made to mitigate risks and implement necessary risk management measures. The dam's location on the TR-Big Beaverdam Creek adds to its significance within the local water resource infrastructure.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Parrs Pond 3 serves as a noteworthy example of a privately owned dam contributing to irrigation and recreational activities in the region. Its condition assessment and risk profile present opportunities for further research and discussions on dam safety, maintenance, and emergency preparedness in the face of changing climate patterns and water resource management challenges. As stakeholders work to address the identified issues and enhance the resilience of Parrs Pond 3, it remains a focal point for sustainable water resource management efforts in 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 Parrs Pond 3 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Little River Nr Silverstreet | 41 cfs | → |
| Bush River Nr Prosperity | 14 cfs | → |
| Enoree River At Whitmire | 117 cfs | → |
| Saluda River At Chappells | 348 cfs | → |
| Lake Greenwood Tailrace Nr Chappells | 360 cfs | → |
| Tyger River Near Delta | 333 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Parrs Pond 3.
Boat launches
- Broad River Road Newberry County
- Arrowhead Drive Greenwood County
- 844 Riverbend Point, Leesville, Sc 29070
- Sassafras Lane Newberry County
- Park Marina Drive 79, Newberry County
Campgrounds
- Brick House Campground
- Brick House
- Collins Creek Seasonal Camp
- Lake Greenwood State Park
- Rocky Branch Seasonal Camp
- Sedalia
Fishing spots
Track Parrs Pond 3 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 Parrs Pond 3
Where does the data for Parrs Pond 3 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 Parrs Pond 3.