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Epworth Pines Dam, located in Richland, South Carolina, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS for the primary purpose of creating a Fish and Wildlife Pond. Constructed in 1966, this earth dam stands at a height of 16 feet and spans a length of 600 feet, with a storage capacity of 136 acre-feet. It is situated on Roberts Branch, within the Savannah District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
With a normal storage capacity of 96 acre-feet and a surface area of 8 acres, Epworth Pines Dam serves as a vital habitat for wildlife and a recreational area for visitors. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a maximum discharge capacity of 650 cubic feet per second. While its hazard potential is deemed undetermined, the risk assessment categorizes it as moderate (3), indicating a need for ongoing monitoring and management measures.
Despite not being regulated by the state or having a designated inspection frequency, Epworth Pines Dam has been a valuable asset to the local ecosystem and community for over five decades. Its picturesque setting and multifaceted purposes make it a significant site for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the intersection of human engineering with natural landscapes.
Year_Completed | 1966 |
Dam_Height | 16 |
River_Or_Stream | ROBERTS BRANCH |
Dam_Length | 600 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 8 |
Drainage_Area | 3.17 |
Nid_Storage | 136 |
Outlet_Gates | Uncontrolled |
Hazard_Potential | Undetermined |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 16 |
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