Brown's Creek Wcd Dam 2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Brown's Creek WCD Dam 2, located in Union, South Carolina, is a key infrastructure designed by USDA NRCS to mitigate flood risks along the Little Browns Creek.


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Summary

Completed in 1973, this earth dam stands at a height of 57 feet and has a storage capacity of 2,229 acre-feet, serving primarily for flood risk reduction. The dam's spillway, of uncontrolled type, ensures proper water discharge during peak flow events.

Managed by the local government and regulated by SC DHEC, Brown's Creek WCD Dam 2 has a fair condition assessment and a high hazard potential, indicating the importance of regular inspections and maintenance. The dam, with a surface area of 35 acres, plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from floodwaters. In case of emergency, the dam's emergency action plan (EAP) was last revised in 1987, and its risk assessment stands at a moderate level. Overall, Brown's Creek WCD Dam 2 is a vital structure for water resource management in the region, highlighting the collaborative efforts between government agencies and private stakeholders in ensuring community safety and environmental sustainability.

Year Completed

1973

Dam Length

1090

Dam Height

57

River Or Stream

LITTLE BROWNS CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

35

Nid Storage

2229

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

57
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.