Fishing Creek Wcd Dam 50 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Joe Daves Dam James Cameron Dam 2
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
Fishing Creek WCD Dam 50, also known as Daves, is a significant earth dam located in York, South Carolina.
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Summary
Constructed in 1970 by USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 34 feet and spans 215 feet in length. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, serving to protect the surrounding area from potential water-related disasters along the TR-Fishing Creek.
Maintained by the local government and designed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Fishing Creek WCD Dam 50 has a storage capacity of 326 acre-feet and a surface area of 23 acres. Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the dam's condition is currently assessed as fair, with the last inspection conducted in February 2020. With a moderate risk rating and emergency action plan in place, this dam plays a crucial role in safeguarding the community and environment along Fishing Creek.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Fishing Creek WCD Dam 50 presents an intriguing case study in dam infrastructure and management. With its strategic location, design features, and regulatory oversight by SC DHEC, this dam exemplifies the vital role that such structures play in mitigating flood risks and ensuring water resource sustainability in South Carolina.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
215 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
TR-FISHING CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
23 |
Nid Storage |
326 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
34 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Fishing Creek Wcd Dam 50