Bailey Dam 2, also known as Clinton Mill Pond Dam, is a privately owned earth dam located in Laurens, South Carolina.
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Constructed in 1968 by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 40 feet and spans a length of 265 feet. Its primary purpose is for water supply, with a storage capacity of 380 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 115 acre-feet.
Managed by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), Bailey Dam 2 is regulated, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. Despite being classified with a significant hazard potential, the dam's condition is assessed as fair, with the last inspection conducted in September 2017. The dam has an uncontrolled spillway system and outlet gates, with a moderate risk assessment rating.
Located on TR-Beards Fork Creek, Bailey Dam 2 plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region. Ensuring its safety and proper maintenance is essential to protect downstream communities and the environment from potential risks associated with dam failure. As climate change impacts water resources, understanding and managing dams like Bailey Dam 2 is vital for sustainable water supply and resilience to changing climatic conditions.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
265 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BEARDS FORK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
27 |
Nid Storage |
380 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
40 |
South Rabon Creek Near Gray Court
|
22cfs |
Enoree River Near Woodruff
|
255cfs |
Enoree River At Whitmire
|
484cfs |
Saluda River Near Ware Shoals
|
704cfs |
Tyger River Near Delta
|
601cfs |
Little River Nr Silverstreet
|
135cfs |