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Rivers Pond Dam, also known as Rivers/Sander Dam, is a privately owned structure located in Marlboro, South Carolina. Completed in 1964, this earth dam stands at a height of 14 feet and stretches 543 feet in length along the TR-Crooked Creek. With a primary purpose of recreation, the dam offers a maximum storage capacity of 56 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 36 acre-feet, covering an approximate surface area of 8 acres.
State regulated and inspected by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), Rivers Pond Dam has been assessed to have a low hazard potential with fair condition as of the last inspection conducted in November 2017. Classified as a moderate risk structure, the dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and is monitored for safety on a regular basis. While it does not have associated locks or gates, the dam serves as a recreational site for locals and visitors to enjoy.
Situated within the Wilmington District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Rivers Pond Dam plays a vital role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region. Its historical significance and current condition make it a valuable asset for the community, highlighting the importance of maintaining and monitoring dam structures for both safety and recreational purposes.
Year_Completed | 1964 |
Dam_Height | 14 |
River_Or_Stream | TR-CROOKED CREEK |
Dam_Length | 543 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 8 |
Nid_Storage | 56 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 14 |
BLACK CREEK NEAR QUINBY | 357cfs |
LUMBER RIVER NEAR MAXTON | 478cfs |
PEE DEE RIVER NR BENNETTSVILLE | 12800cfs |
PEE DEE RIVER AT PEEDEE | 10100cfs |
BIG SHOE HEEL CREEK NR LAURINBURG | 97cfs |
BLACK CREEK NEAR HARTSVILLE | 237cfs |
LUMBER RIVER AT LUMBERTON | 667cfs |
Location | Reservations | Toilets | Showers |
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Falcons Nest Military - Shaw AFB | |||
Lee State Natural Area | |||
Santee State Park | |||
Guilliard Lake | |||
Lynches River County Park | |||
Myrtle Beach State Park |