Huff Creek Wcd Dam 5b Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Huff Creek WCD Dam 5b, also known as Hopkins, is a privately owned earth dam located in Greenville, South Carolina.


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Summary

Built in 1962 by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves primarily for flood risk reduction on Baker Creek. Standing at a height of 48 feet and with a length of 245 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 1722 acre-feet, providing essential protection to the surrounding area.

Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the condition assessment of Huff Creek WCD Dam 5b is rated as fair. Regular inspections are conducted, with the last assessment in February 2021, ensuring the safety and functionality of the structure. The dam has an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with emergency action plans in place to address any potential risks, demonstrating a proactive approach to safeguarding the community and environment.

Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the region. With its strategic location and design, Huff Creek WCD Dam 5b stands as a testament to effective water resource management and climate adaptation efforts in South Carolina.

Year Completed

1962

Dam Length

245

Dam Height

48

River Or Stream

BAKER CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

37

Nid Storage

1722

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

48
       
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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.