Mcgee Pond Dam, located in Anderson, South Carolina, is a privately-owned structure with a significant impact on the surrounding environment.
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Built in 1957 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet and spans 350 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 280 acre-feet. Mcgee Pond Dam regulates the flow of the TR-Little Generostee Creek, serving a crucial function in water management in the area.
The dam's spillway, of uncontrolled type, poses a high hazard potential, although its current condition is assessed as fair. Regular inspections are conducted, with the last one taking place in January 2019. While the risk assessment categorizes the dam as moderate, it is important to note that the structure is state-regulated, with oversight from SC DHEC. With its stone core and soil foundation, Mcgee Pond Dam represents a blend of traditional engineering and natural resource conservation practices.
Despite its age, Mcgee Pond Dam continues to fulfill its primary purpose as a water resource management tool. As climate change intensifies, the importance of such infrastructure in safeguarding communities from flooding and ensuring water availability becomes increasingly evident. The dam's location within the Savannah District highlights its role in the larger ecosystem, showcasing the intricate balance between human intervention and natural processes in shaping our water resources.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
350 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LITTLE GENEROSTEE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Nid Storage |
280 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
29 |
Rocky River Nr Starr
|
58cfs |
Beaverdam Creek Ab Elberton Ga
|
46cfs |
Little River Near Mt. Carmel
|
83cfs |
Saluda River Near Williamston
|
458cfs |
Broad River Above Carlton
|
418cfs |
Broad River Near Bell
|
906cfs |
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Watsadlers
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Sadlers Creek State Park
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Springfield
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Springfield - Hartwell Lake
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Miltown
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Hart State Park
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