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SMITHS POND DAM

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Unlisted/Unknown Dam Tr-Beasley Creek
April 6, 2025


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Smiths Pond Dam, also known as Berry/Ulmer/Adams Dam, is a privately owned structure situated in Richland, South Carolina. Constructed in 1967 by USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet and spans 670 feet in length, with a primary purpose of recreation. The dam has a storage capacity of 102 acre-feet, with a maximum storage of 102 acre-feet and normal storage of 85 acre-feet.

Managed by SC DHEC, the dam is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. It has an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a hazard potential rated as low and a fair condition assessment as of April 2017. The dam's risk assessment is moderate, and it falls under the jurisdiction of the Savannah District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in Smiths Pond Dam will find it to be a significant recreational structure in South Carolina, with ties to the USDA NRCS and state regulatory agencies. The dam's design and construction make it a vital part of managing water resources in the area, providing storage for recreational purposes while ensuring public safety through regular inspections and maintenance. Its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment underscore the importance of continued monitoring and risk management measures to safeguard the surrounding community and ecosystem.

Year_Completed 1967
Dam_Height 27
River_Or_Stream TR-BEASLEY CREEK
Dam_Length 670
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 10
Nid_Storage 102
Outlet_Gates Uncontrolled
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Unlisted/Unknown
Nid_Height 27
       

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