Thomas P Hughes Dam dam
Thomas P Hughes Dam
Thomas P Hughes Dam, located in Abbeville, South Carolina, is a privately-owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS and regulated by the SC DHEC. Completed in 1945, this earth dam stands at a height of 24 feet and spans 240 feet in length, creating the picturesque TR-SECESSION LAKE. Its primary purpose is for recreation, offering a serene environment for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy.
Despite its historical significance, Thomas P Hughes Dam has been assessed as being in poor condition and classified as having a low hazard potential. Furthermore, the risk assessment indicates a very high risk level, with a DSAC assigned date yet to be determined. With an inspection frequency of 5 years and the last inspection conducted in October 2017, efforts to ensure the safety and integrity of the dam are ongoing.
As a vital resource for the community and a popular recreational spot, the management and maintenance of Thomas P Hughes Dam are crucial to uphold safety standards and preserve its recreational value. With a rich history dating back to its construction in the mid-20th century, this dam continues to be a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking to explore the natural beauty of the area.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Thomas P Hughes Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Rocky River Nr Starr | 123 cfs | → |
| Little River Near Mt. Carmel | 64 cfs | → |
| Beaverdam Creek Ab Elberton Ga | 123 cfs | → |
| Saluda River Near Ware Shoals | 421 cfs | → |
| Broad River Near Bell | 1,120 cfs | → |
| Saluda River Near Williamston | 362 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Thomas P Hughes Dam.
Boat launches
- Red Fox Drive 98, Abbeville County
- C-13-10 Anderson County
- Blue Hole Boat Ramp
- Olympic Rowing Drive 2790, Elberton
- Dry Fork Landing Drive 1387, Elberton
- Anderson Highway 2925, Elberton
Campgrounds
- Calhoun Falls State Rec Area
- Richard B. Russell State Park
- Parsons Mountain Lake
- Watsadlers
- Sadlers Creek State Park
- Springfield
Fishing spots
- Richard B Russell Lake
- Parsons Mountain Lake
- Lightwood Log Creek
- Lake Hartwell
- Reservoir Number One
- Cherokee Creek
Paddle runs
- Turkey Creek And Sc Highway 35 To Confluence With Stevens Creek
- Confluence Of Cedar Creek To 1/4 Mile Below The Nf Boundary And Fh 110, Cobbs Bridge Road
- Steven's Creek Crossing Sc Highway 21 To Steven's Creek Crossing Sc Highway 88
- 1/4 Mile Below Fs 745 And Cassidy Bridge Hunt Camp To Confluence Of Cedar Creek
- South Of Cedar Creek Rifle Range To Confluence With Chauga River
- Crpssing Of Land Bridge Road, Sc 196 To 1/4 Mile Below Fs 745 And Cassidy Bridge Hunt Camp
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About Thomas P Hughes Dam
Where does the data for Thomas P Hughes Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Thomas P Hughes Dam.