Sandhill St Forest Dam 6, located in Chesterfield, South Carolina, is a state-owned recreational dam completed in 1971 on Mill Creek.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a length of 435 feet, providing a storage capacity of 221 acre-feet. With a primary purpose of recreation, the dam offers opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy the surrounding area.
Despite its age, Sandhill St Forest Dam 6 is rated as having a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment as of the last inspection in October 2017. The risk assessment for this dam is classified as very high (1), indicating the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure public safety and the integrity of the structure. With the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC) as the state regulatory agency overseeing permitting, inspection, and enforcement, the dam remains compliant with state regulations.
As part of the Wilmington District within the US Army Corps of Engineers, Sandhill St Forest Dam 6 is a valuable asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area. With its controlled spillway and recreational amenities, the dam serves as a key feature in the local ecosystem and provides important water management functions for the surrounding community.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
435 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
MILL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
22 |
Nid Storage |
221 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
Black Creek Near Mcbee
|
108cfs |
Black Creek Near Hartsville
|
121cfs |
Pee Dee River Nr Bennettsville
|
2460cfs |
Lynches River Near Bishopville
|
443cfs |
Black Creek Near Quinby
|
350cfs |
Pee Dee R Nr Rockingham
|
1830cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Sugarloaf Mountain Rec Area - Sand Hills State Forest
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H. Cooper Black
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Cheraw State Park
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