Broadmouth Creek WCD Dam-Newry-Rice 2, located in Anderson, South Carolina, is a vital piece of infrastructure designed by the USDA NRCS in 1965 to serve as a flood risk reduction measure along the TR-Broad Mouth Creek.
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The dam, primarily owned by the local government, stands at a height of 36 feet and has a storage capacity of 744 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 59 acre-feet. The dam's earth structure with buttress core type is complemented by an uncontrolled spillway, ensuring its reliability in managing potential flood events.
Managed and regulated by the SC DHEC, this dam is rated with a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, the dam has been inspected regularly every 5 years, with the last assessment conducted in June 2017. While the dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are not specified, its overall design and construction by the Natural Resources Conservation Service highlight a commitment to safeguarding the surrounding community and environment from potential flooding events. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Broadmouth Creek WCD Dam-Newry-Rice 2 serves as a noteworthy example of effective flood risk reduction infrastructure in South Carolina.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
410 |
Dam Height |
36 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BROAD MOUTH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Nid Storage |
744 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
36 |
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