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B F Finley Dam 2, also known as Findleys Old Pond, is a privately owned earth dam located in Pickens, South Carolina. Built in 1954 by the USDA NRCS, this dam primarily serves as a recreational area for water enthusiasts in the region. With a height of 39 feet and a length of 1450 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 316 acre-feet and a surface area of 20 acres.
Managed by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, B F Finley Dam 2 is regulated, inspected, and enforced to ensure its safety and integrity. Despite being classified as a high hazard potential structure, the dam is currently assessed to be in fair condition. The emergency action plan for the dam was last revised in 2017, with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, indicating some potential risks that need to be managed.
With its scenic location on TR-Burdine Creek, B F Finley Dam 2 offers a picturesque setting for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and picnicking. While the dam presents some risks due to its age and hazard potential, ongoing inspections and maintenance efforts help to mitigate these concerns and ensure the safety of visitors and the surrounding community. As a vital water resource in the area, B F Finley Dam 2 continues to be an important focal point for recreation and environmental conservation efforts in South Carolina.
Year_Completed | 1954 |
Dam_Height | 39 |
River_Or_Stream | TR-BURDINE CREEK |
Dam_Length | 1450 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 20 |
Nid_Storage | 316 |
Outlet_Gates | Uncontrolled |
Hazard_Potential | High |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 39 |
SOUTH RABON CREEK NEAR GRAY COURT | 22cfs |
BROAD RIVER ABOVE CARLTON | 497cfs |
SALUDA RIVER AT CHAPPELLS | 924cfs |
BEAVERDAM CREEK AB ELBERTON GA | 50cfs |
LITTLE RIVER NEAR MT. CARMEL | 136cfs |
STEVENS CREEK NEAR MODOC | 124cfs |
LAKE GREENWOOD TAILRACE NR CHAPPELLS | 861cfs |