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Rholetter Pond Dam, also known as Glenn Rholetter Dam, is a private-owned structure located in Oconee, South Carolina. Completed in 1975, this earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet and has a length of 594 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 55 acre-feet. The primary purpose of this dam is for recreation, providing a surface area of 5 acres for water enthusiasts to enjoy.
Despite its recreational benefits, Rholetter Pond Dam poses a significant hazard potential due to its poor condition assessment. The dam is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC), which conducts regular inspections to ensure its safety. However, the last inspection in December 2020 revealed the need for improvements to meet safety standards.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the conservation and management of dams should take note of Rholetter Pond Dam's condition and regulatory oversight. With its location on Little Brasstown Creek and its association with the Nashville District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, this dam serves as a focal point for understanding the challenges and opportunities in maintaining water infrastructure for recreational and environmental purposes in South Carolina.
Year_Completed | 1975 |
Dam_Height | 29 |
River_Or_Stream | LITTLE BRASSTOWN CREEK |
Dam_Length | 594 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 5 |
Nid_Storage | 55 |
Hazard_Potential | Significant |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 29 |
TUCKASEGEE RIVER AT BARKER'S CREEK | 1230cfs |
LITTLE RIVER ABOVE TOWNSEND | 515cfs |
FRENCH BROAD RIVER AT ASHEVILLE | 2450cfs |
PIGEON RIVER NEAR HEPCO | 1030cfs |
CATALOOCHEE CREEK NEAR CATALOOCHEE | 228cfs |
W F PIGEON R ABOVE LAKE LOGAN NR HAZELWOOD | 128cfs |
MILLS RIVER NEAR MILLS RIVER | 191cfs |