Thicketty Creek Watershed Conservation District 19 is a vital infrastructure in Cherokee, South Carolina, designed primarily for flood risk reduction.
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Completed in 1971, this earth dam stands at a height of 55 feet and spans 700 feet, providing a storage capacity of 106 acre-feet. With a normal storage capacity of 91 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in managing the water resources of the area, particularly in times of heavy rainfall and potential flooding.
Managed by both the local government and private entities, Thicketty Creek WCD 19 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC). The dam's condition is assessed as fair, with a high hazard potential, prompting regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The last inspection in October 2020 revealed its current state, with an inspection frequency of 2.
Located at coordinates 35.0862° N, -81.7405° W, along the TR-Thicketty Creek, this dam not only serves its primary purpose of flood risk reduction but also contributes to the overall water management system in the region. With its strategic positioning and functional design, Thicketty Creek WCD 19 remains a crucial component of water resource and climate resilience efforts in South Carolina.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
700 |
Dam Height |
55 |
River Or Stream |
TR-THICKETTY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
19 |
Nid Storage |
106 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
55 |