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Freemans Pond Dam, also known as Mabel Freeman Coker Dam, is a privately owned structure located in Richland, South Carolina. Completed in 1955, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 26 feet and spans 500 feet in length. Its primary purpose is for recreation, offering a surface area of 16 acres and a maximum storage capacity of 109 acre-feet.
Despite its low hazard potential, Freemans Pond Dam has been assessed to be in poor condition as of March 2017. The dam is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), with regular inspections conducted to ensure compliance with state regulations. The risk assessment for this dam is rated as very high, indicating the need for robust risk management measures to mitigate any potential issues.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in Freemans Pond Dam will find it to be an intriguing structure situated along the TR-Wateree River. With its controlled spillway and recreational focus, the dam serves as a vital component of the local community's infrastructure. However, its poor condition and high-risk rating highlight the importance of ongoing maintenance and monitoring to safeguard against any potential threats to surrounding areas and inhabitants.
Year_Completed | 1955 |
Dam_Height | 26 |
River_Or_Stream | TR-WATEREE RIVER |
Dam_Length | 500 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 16 |
Nid_Storage | 109 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 26 |
WATEREE RIVER NR. CAMDEN | 3350cfs |
SOUTH FORK EDISTO RIVER NEAR COPE | 622cfs |
LAKE MOULTRIE TAILRACE CANAL AT MONCKS CORNER | 761cfs |
SOUTH FORK EDISTO RIVER NEAR DENMARK | 611cfs |
SOUTH FORK EDISTO RIVER NEAR BAMBERG | 570cfs |
BROAD RIVER AT ALSTON | 4470cfs |
SANTEE RIVER NEAR PINEVILLE | 591cfs |