Forestry Commission Dam dam
Forestry Commission Dam
Located in Edgefield, South Carolina, the Forestry Commission Dam stands as a vital irrigation resource in the area, completed in 1959 with a height of 39 feet and a storage capacity of 155 acre-feet. The dam, primarily designed for irrigation purposes, spans 460 feet in length and covers an area of 8 acres, serving as a crucial water management structure for the region. With state regulatory oversight and inspection, the dam boasts a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, ensuring its continued safety and functionality for the community.
Situated along the TR-SHAW CREEK, the Forestry Commission Dam is owned and regulated by the state authorities, with South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control overseeing its permitting, inspection, and enforcement processes. The dam's buttress core design and earth construction type contribute to its stability and reliability in providing essential water resources for agricultural and irrigation needs in the region. Despite its modest hazard potential, the dam's infrastructure remains robust and well-maintained, reflecting the commitment to ensuring water resource sustainability and climate resilience in the area.
With Congressman Jeff Duncan representing the district, the Forestry Commission Dam serves as a testament to the collaborative efforts between state and federal agencies in managing water resources for the community. Its strategic location and purposeful design underscore the importance of effective dam management in supporting agricultural activities and water supply reliability, showcasing a harmonious balance between human development and environmental stewardship. As a key component of the local water infrastructure, the Forestry Commission Dam plays a crucial role in enhancing water security and climate adaptation for the region's residents and ecosystems.
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 Forestry Commission Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Mctier Creek (Rd 209) Near Monetta | 20 cfs | → |
| Augusta Canal Nr Augusta (Upper) | 2,130 cfs | → |
| Stevens Creek Near Modoc | 1,300 cfs | → |
| Savannah River At Augusta | 4,580 cfs | → |
| Butler Creek Below 7th Avenue | 27 cfs | → |
| Lake Greenwood Tailrace Nr Chappells | 4,180 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Forestry Commission Dam.
Boat launches
- Burnettown
- Mccormick County
- Saint John's Road, Clarks Hill
- Columbia County
- Lakeview Drive Parksville
- Lake Springs Road Columbia County
Campgrounds
- Lick Fork Lake
- Lick Fork Lake Recreation Area
- Faulkner Mountain Campground
- Boggy Campground
- Hamilton Branch State Park
- Aiken State Park
Fishing spots
Track Forestry Commission Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Forestry Commission Dam
Where does the data for Forestry Commission 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 Forestry Commission Dam.