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TIDWELLS POND DAM

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Unlisted/Unknown Dam Tr-Big Pine Tree Creek
April 26, 2025


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Tidwells Pond Dam, also known as Sorrentino Dam, is a privately owned structure in Kershaw, South Carolina, with a primary purpose of recreation. Completed in 1965, this earth dam with a buttress core stands at a height of 13 feet and spans 490 feet in length. The dam has a storage capacity of 51 acre-feet, providing a surface area of 8 acres for recreational activities.

Despite its low hazard potential, Tidwells Pond Dam has been assessed to be in poor condition as of March 2017. The dam is state-regulated by South Carolina's Department of Health and Environmental Control, with inspections conducted every 5 years. While the risk assessment categorizes the dam as having a moderate risk level, no specific risk management measures or emergency action plans have been reported.

Located along TR-Big Pine Tree Creek, Tidwells Pond Dam offers a picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy various recreational activities. As a key feature in the region's water resource and climate landscape, it serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining and monitoring our dams to ensure the safety and well-being of surrounding communities and ecosystems.

Year_Completed 1965
Dam_Height 13
River_Or_Stream TR-BIG PINE TREE CREEK
Dam_Length 490
Primary_Dam_Type Earth
Surface_Area 8
Nid_Storage 51
Hazard_Potential Low
Foundations Unlisted/Unknown
Nid_Height 13
       

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