Cypress Woods Corp Dam 3 dam
Cypress Woods Corp Dam 3
Cypress Woods Corp Dam 3, located in Jasper, South Carolina, stands as a private earth dam built in 1900 for recreational purposes along the TR-BEES CREEK river. With a height of 20 feet and a length of 365 feet, the dam provides a storage capacity of 296 acre-feet for water enthusiasts in the area. Despite its poor condition assessment and low hazard potential, the dam remains under state regulation and inspection by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control.
Owned by a private entity, Cypress Woods Corp Dam 3 has a historical significance dating back to the early 20th century. Its structural design, consisting of a buttress core and unlisted/unknown foundation, reflects the engineering practices of the time. While the dam has a moderate risk assessment score of 3, there are no associated structures or locks present on the site. As the dam continues to serve its primary purpose for recreation, its risk management measures and emergency preparedness plans are yet to be fully developed.
Although Cypress Woods Corp Dam 3 may not pose an immediate threat, its condition assessment and risk potential indicate the need for proactive maintenance and safety measures to ensure the well-being of surrounding communities and the preservation of this historic water resource. With regular inspections and regulatory oversight by the state, efforts can be made to address any structural deficiencies and improve emergency response readiness in the event of unforeseen incidents. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, advocating for the proper management and upkeep of Cypress Woods Corp Dam 3 is essential for the long-term sustainability of this recreational landmark.
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 Cypress Woods Corp Dam 3 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Savannah River Near Clyo | 4,860 cfs | → |
| Ebenezer Creek At Springfield | 0 cfs | → |
| Abercorn Cr (Water Intake) Nr Savannah | 2,920 cfs | → |
| Coosawhatchie River Near Hampton | · | → |
| Savannah River Near Port Wentworth | 6,810 cfs | → |
| Savannah River At Ga 25 | 20,700 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Cypress Woods Corp Dam 3.
Track Cypress Woods Corp Dam 3 in the Snoflo app
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About Cypress Woods Corp Dam 3
Where does the data for Cypress Woods Corp Dam 3 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.
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