Campbell Pond Dam, located in Sumter, South Carolina, is a state-owned structure built in 1930 for recreational purposes along Campbell Creek.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and stretches 820 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 165 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment has been rated as poor, indicating a need for maintenance and potential safety concerns.
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC) regulates and inspects the dam, ensuring compliance with state permitting and enforcement requirements. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, with a spillway width of 0 feet, and it has not undergone any modifications in recent years. With a moderate risk assessment score of 3 out of 5, it is crucial for authorities to implement proper risk management measures to mitigate any potential hazards associated with Campbell Pond Dam and ensure the safety of surrounding communities and the environment.
Year Completed |
1930 |
Dam Length |
820 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
CAMPBELL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Nid Storage |
165 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
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