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Dam No. 6 D-0213, located in Chester, South Carolina, is a local government-owned earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1977. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction along the Rocky Creek, with a dam height of 39 feet and a length of 1664 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 3500 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 843 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 2045 cubic feet per second.
Despite being unregulated by the state, Dam No. 6 D-0213 presents a significant hazard potential and a moderate risk rating. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 140 feet and outlet gates that are also uncontrolled. While the condition assessment is marked as "Not Rated," the dam undergoes inspections with a frequency of 1. Emergency action plans and risk management measures for the dam are not explicitly documented, highlighting areas for potential improvement in ensuring public safety and addressing potential risks associated with the dam.
Overall, Dam No. 6 D-0213 serves as a vital structure for flood risk reduction in the area, but its significant hazard potential and moderate risk rating underscore the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its structural integrity and safety for surrounding communities. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the intricacies of dams like Dam No. 6 D-0213 can provide valuable insights into the intersection of infrastructure, natural resources, and environmental risk management in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year_Completed | 1977 |
Dam_Height | 39 |
River_Or_Stream | ROCKY CREEK |
Dam_Length | 1664 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 70 |
Drainage_Area | 7.05 |
Nid_Storage | 3500 |
Outlet_Gates | Uncontrolled |
Hazard_Potential | Significant |
Foundations | Rock, Soil |
Nid_Height | 39 |
BUSH RIVER NR PROSPERITY | 34cfs |
ENOREE RIVER AT WHITMIRE | 328cfs |
BROAD RIVER NEAR CARLISLE | 3050cfs |
LITTLE RIVER NR SILVERSTREET | 72cfs |
TYGER RIVER NEAR DELTA | 621cfs |
ROCKY CREEK AT GREAT FALLS | 82cfs |
SALUDA RIVER AT CHAPPELLS | 924cfs |