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Ridgill Lake Dam, located in Greenville, South Carolina, was completed in 1972 and serves as a private recreational facility. The dam is primarily an earth structure with stone core types and stands at a height of 31 feet, with a length of 350 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 155 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 7 acres.
Managed by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, Ridgill Lake Dam is inspected regularly to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam has been deemed to have a significant hazard potential but is currently in fair condition as of the last assessment in January 2021. Despite its condition, the dam continues to provide recreational opportunities for visitors and locals alike, offering a serene oasis for water sports and outdoor activities.
With its picturesque location along the TR-Barton Creek, Ridgill Lake Dam stands as both a vital water resource and a hub for community engagement. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the dam presents an intriguing case study in dam management and maintenance, showcasing the delicate balance between conservation and recreational use in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year_Completed | 1972 |
Dam_Height | 31 |
River_Or_Stream | TR-BARTON CREEK |
Dam_Length | 350 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 7 |
Nid_Storage | 155 |
Hazard_Potential | Significant |
Foundations | Soil |
Nid_Height | 31 |
BROAD RIVER ABOVE CARLTON | 497cfs |
LITTLE RIVER NR SILVERSTREET | 72cfs |
LITTLE RIVER NEAR MT. CARMEL | 136cfs |
SALUDA RIVER AT CHAPPELLS | 924cfs |
LAKE GREENWOOD TAILRACE NR CHAPPELLS | 861cfs |
SOUTH RABON CREEK NEAR GRAY COURT | 22cfs |
BEAVERDAM CREEK AB ELBERTON GA | 50cfs |