Verida Marchette Pond Dam, located in Florence, South Carolina, is a private dam constructed in 1920 primarily for recreation purposes.
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With a height of 11 feet and a length of 450 feet, the dam stands as a crucial structure along Jeffries Creek, providing a storage capacity of 184 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, ensuring ongoing inspections and enforcement for public safety.
The dam features an earth core type with a buttress foundation, and a controlled spillway system to manage water flow. Its surface area covers 23 acres, serving as a popular recreational spot for locals and visitors alike. The risk assessment for the dam indicates a very high risk level, requiring careful monitoring and potential risk management measures to prevent any potential hazards. Although the condition assessment remains unrated as of the last inspection in 2017, the dam's importance in water resource management and climate resilience cannot be understated.
Verida Marchette Pond Dam, nestled within the lush surroundings of Jeffries Creek, stands as a historic landmark in South Carolina's water infrastructure. With its serene waters and picturesque setting, the dam continues to attract outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers seeking solace and relaxation. As climate change impacts water resources worldwide, the preservation and maintenance of dams like Verida Marchette Pond Dam are essential to ensure sustainable water management practices for future generations.
Year Completed |
1920 |
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
11 |
River Or Stream |
JEFFRIES CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
23 |
Nid Storage |
184 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
11 |
Black Creek Near Quinby
|
376cfs |
Lynches River At Effingham
|
852cfs |
Lynches River Near Bishopville
|
425cfs |
Pee Dee River At Peedee
|
3390cfs |
Pee Dee River Below Pee Dee
|
3450cfs |
Black Creek Near Hartsville
|
142cfs |