Fishing Creek Wcd Dam 1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 16, 2025

Fishing Creek WCD Dam 1, also known as Shiloh Farms, is a crucial structure located in York, South Carolina, designed by the USDA NRCS.


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Summary

Built in 1970, this earth dam stands at a height of 39 feet and spans a length of 485 feet, serving a primary purpose of flood risk reduction. With a normal storage capacity of 245 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 1902 acre-feet, this dam plays a vital role in managing water resources in the region.

Managed by the local government with oversight from the South Carolina DHEC, Fishing Creek WCD Dam 1 has a fair condition assessment and a high hazard potential. Despite facing moderate risks, the dam's emergency action plan (EAP) is up to date, ensuring that necessary measures are in place for any potential emergencies. The dam is also inspected regularly, with the last inspection conducted in January 2020, indicating a commitment to maintaining its structural integrity and safety standards.

With its strategic location on Fishing Creek, this dam not only helps in flood risk reduction but also provides opportunities for recreation in the area. Recognized as a significant infrastructure in water resource management, Fishing Creek WCD Dam 1 stands as a testament to the importance of proper dam maintenance and regulation in ensuring the safety and well-being of communities in South Carolina.

Year Completed

1970

Dam Length

485

Dam Height

39

River Or Stream

FISHING CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

64

Nid Storage

1902

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

39
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.