C. S. Pool L Dam dam
C. S. Pool L Dam
C. S. Pool L Dam, located in Chesterfield, South Carolina, is a Federal-owned structure with a primary purpose of serving as a Fish and Wildlife Pond. Built in 1964, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 14 feet and stretches 500 feet in length. It has a storage capacity of 225 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 13 acres, with a drainage area of 6 square miles. The dam is situated on Skipper Creek and is designed with a controlled spillway to manage water discharge efficiently.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the condition assessment of C. S. Pool L Dam in 2015 rated it as fair, with a very high risk assessment score of 1. The dam has not undergone any modifications since its completion and is subject to regular inspections every five years. Although there are no associated locks or outlet gates, the dam plays a crucial role in supporting local fish and wildlife populations. The Federal agency responsible for its operation and maintenance is the Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service.
Overall, C. S. Pool L Dam serves as a vital resource for the conservation of aquatic ecosystems in the area, showcasing the intersection of water resource management and wildlife preservation. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, structures like C. S. Pool L Dam play a crucial role in maintaining ecological balance and ensuring sustainable water use for future generations. With ongoing monitoring and maintenance efforts, this dam will continue to contribute to the protection of biodiversity and the resilience of local habitats in the face of changing environmental conditions.
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 C. S. Pool L Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Black Creek Near Mcbee | 23 cfs | → |
| Black Creek Near Hartsville | 39 cfs | → |
| Pee Dee River Nr Bennettsville | 2,310 cfs | → |
| Lynches River Near Bishopville | 109 cfs | → |
| Pee Dee R Nr Rockingham | 1,780 cfs | → |
| Waxhaw Creek At Sr1103 Near Jackson | 1 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near C. S. Pool L Dam.
Boat launches
Campgrounds
- Sugarloaf Mountain Rec Area - Sand Hills State Forest
- H. Cooper Black
- Cheraw State Park
- Williams Farm
- Lee State Natural Area
- Cane Creek Park
Fishing spots
- Buck Branch
- Arrowhead Lake
- Baldwins Pond
- Blewett Falls Lake Grassy Island
- Broadacres Lake
- Broadacres Lakes
Paddle runs
Track C. S. Pool L Dam 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 C. S. Pool L Dam
Where does the data for C. S. Pool L 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 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 C. S. Pool L Dam.