Eugene Poole Dam dam
Eugene Poole Dam
Eugene Poole Dam, located in Clarendon, South Carolina, along the TR-POCOTALIGO RIVER, is a private earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes. Completed in 1965, this dam boasts a height of 28 feet and a length of 600 feet, providing a storage capacity of 336 acre-feet. With a surface area of 42 acres, Eugene Poole Dam offers a serene setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy a variety of recreational activities.
Managed by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC), Eugene Poole Dam is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement to ensure its safety and compliance with standards. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated," with the last inspection conducted in October 2017. While there are no associated structures or locks, the dam remains a vital part of the local water infrastructure, providing essential storage and recreational opportunities for the community.
As a key feature in the region's water resource management, Eugene Poole Dam plays a crucial role in both flood control and water supply. With its peaceful surroundings and recreational offerings, the dam serves as a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a connection to nature. As efforts continue to monitor and maintain the dam's safety and integrity, it remains a significant asset for water enthusiasts and climate advocates alike, highlighting the importance of responsible dam management and environmental stewardship in safeguarding our water resources for future generations.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Eugene Poole Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Black River At Kingstree | 52 cfs | → |
| Santee River Near Pineville | 620 cfs | → |
| Lynches River At Effingham | 195 cfs | → |
| Lake Moultrie Tailrace Canal At Moncks Corner | 1,010 cfs | → |
| Wateree R. Bl Eastover | 2,400 cfs | → |
| Santee River Nr Jamestown | 2,070 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Eugene Poole Dam.
Boat launches
- State Highway 260 Clarendon County
- Clarendon County
- Williamsburg County
- Log Jam Road Clarendon County
- Russel Store Road Berkeley County
Campgrounds
- Polly's Landing Campground
- Lynches River County Park
- Santee State Park
- Poinsett State Park
- Falcons Nest Military - Shaw Afb
- Short Stay Navy Military
Fishing spots
Track Eugene Poole Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Eugene Poole Dam
Where does the data for Eugene Poole Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Eugene Poole Dam.