Beaverdam-Warrior Creek Wcd Dam 33 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Wd Abercrombie Mine Dam Blakely Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Beaverdam-Warrior Creek WCD Dam 33, also known as Granny Apple, is a significant earth dam located in Laurens, South Carolina.
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Summary
Built in 1977 by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 42 feet and stretches 684 feet in length. With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, it also serves for recreational purposes, offering a surface area of 20 acres and a storage capacity of 800 acre-feet.
Managed by local government authorities and regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, Beaverdam-Warrior Creek WCD Dam 33 has a low hazard potential and is classified in fair condition as per the last inspection in 2017. Despite being located in a region with a very high risk of climate-related events, this dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks and ensuring the safety of the surrounding areas. Its controlled spillway and uncontrolled outlet gates are essential features for managing water flow during emergencies.
As part of the flood risk reduction infrastructure, Beaverdam-Warrior Creek WCD Dam 33 serves as a vital component in the water resource management system of South Carolina. With its strategic location along the Warrior Creek, this dam exemplifies the collaborative efforts between local government, private entities, and federal agencies to safeguard communities and enhance environmental resilience in the face of changing climate patterns.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
684 |
Dam Height |
42 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WARRIOR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
20 |
Nid Storage |
800 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
42 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Enoree River Near Woodruff
|
210cfs |
South Rabon Creek Near Gray Court
|
17cfs |
Durbin Creek Above Fountain Inn
|
8cfs |
Reedy River Above Fork Shoals
|
116cfs |
Saluda River Near Ware Shoals
|
503cfs |
Enoree River At Whitmire
|
308cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Beaverdam-Warrior Creek Wcd Dam 33