Sunny Slopes Pond 1 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Sunny Slopes Pond 1 Dam, also known as Little Thicketty Creek Dam 1, is a private earth dam located in Spartanburg, South Carolina.
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Summary
Built in 1969 for irrigation purposes, this dam stands at a height of 35 feet and spans 275 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 144 acre-feet. The dam is state-regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.
Despite being classified as having a significant hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is rated as fair as of the last inspection in April 2020. The Emergency Action Plan (EAP) status and risk assessment for the dam are currently unspecified, suggesting potential areas for improvement in emergency preparedness and risk management. With its primary purpose being irrigation, the dam also offers recreational opportunities and serves as a vital water resource for the surrounding area.
As a structure owned and operated by a private entity, Sunny Slopes Pond 1 Dam plays a crucial role in providing water for agricultural use while also offering recreational benefits for the community. Its location along Little Thicketty Creek adds to the environmental significance of the area, highlighting the interconnectedness of water resources and climate management. Maintaining the dam's safety and functionality remains a priority to ensure sustainable water management practices for both current and future generations of water resource and climate enthusiasts in South Carolina.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
275 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LITTLE THICKETTY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Nid Storage |
144 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
35 |
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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.
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