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Fishing Creek WCD Dam 1, also known as Shiloh Farms, is a crucial structure located in York, South Carolina, designed by the USDA NRCS. 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_Height | 39 |
River_Or_Stream | FISHING CREEK |
Dam_Length | 485 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 64 |
Nid_Storage | 1902 |
Outlet_Gates | Uncontrolled |
Hazard_Potential | High |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 39 |
BUSH RIVER NR PROSPERITY | 34cfs |
TYGER RIVER NEAR DELTA | 621cfs |
SALUDA RIVER AT CHAPPELLS | 924cfs |
ENOREE RIVER AT WHITMIRE | 328cfs |
ROCKY CREEK AT GREAT FALLS | 82cfs |
BROAD RIVER NEAR CARLISLE | 3050cfs |
LAKE GREENWOOD TAILRACE NR CHAPPELLS | 861cfs |