J H Satcher Pond Dam dam
J H Satcher Pond Dam
J H Satcher Pond Dam, located in Edgefield, South Carolina, is a privately owned structure that serves primarily for recreational purposes. Built in 1935, this earth dam stands at a height of 21 feet and has a total length of 230 feet, providing storage for up to 93 acre-feet of water. The dam is situated on Hillyer Branch and is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, with regular inspections conducted to ensure its safety.
Despite its low hazard potential, the condition assessment of J H Satcher Pond Dam in 2017 was deemed unsatisfactory. This raises concerns about its structural integrity and the potential risks it may pose in the event of a failure. Emergency action plans and risk assessments are yet to be prepared or updated for this dam, highlighting the need for proactive measures to mitigate any potential hazards and ensure the safety of surrounding communities.
As a significant feature in the Savannah District, J H Satcher Pond Dam serves as a vital water resource for the local area, offering recreational opportunities while also warranting careful monitoring and maintenance to prevent any unforeseen incidents. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate should take an interest in the management and upkeep of this dam to ensure its continued functionality and safety for the community.
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 J H Satcher Pond 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 | → |
| Saluda River At Chappells | 4,010 cfs | → |
| Lake Greenwood Tailrace Nr Chappells | 4,180 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near J H Satcher Pond Dam.
Boat launches
- Burnettown
- Mccormick County
- Saint John's Road, Clarks Hill
- Columbia County
- Lakeview Drive Parksville
- 844 Riverbend Point, Leesville, Sc 29070
Campgrounds
- Lick Fork Lake
- Lick Fork Lake Recreation Area
- Boggy Campground
- Faulkner Mountain Campground
- Aiken State Park
- Hamilton Branch State Park
Fishing spots
Track J H Satcher Pond Dam in the Snoflo app
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About J H Satcher Pond Dam
Where does the data for J H Satcher Pond 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 J H Satcher Pond Dam.