Located in Orangeburg, South Carolina, the Northside Country Club Dam stands as a private structure with a primary purpose of providing recreational opportunities.
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Completed in 1960, this earth dam reaches a height of 12 feet and spans 250 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 102 acre-feet. Situated on the Long Branch river, this dam serves as a vital resource for the community, offering a surface area of 15 acres for various water-based activities.
Despite its fair condition assessment, the Northside Country Club Dam poses a high hazard potential, prompting regular inspections every two years to ensure its safety and integrity. Governed by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, this dam is subject to state regulations, permitting, and enforcement measures. With a history of modifications dating back to its construction, this dam continues to play a key role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
250 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
LONG BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Nid Storage |
102 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
12 |
North Fork Edisto River At Orangeburg
|
950cfs |
South Fork Edisto River Near Denmark
|
805cfs |
South Fork Edisto River Near Cope
|
838cfs |
South Fork Edisto River Near Bamberg
|
906cfs |
Gills Creek At Columbia
|
76cfs |
Wateree R. Bl Eastover
|
2400cfs |