Rw Miller Pond Dam Dam
Rw Miller Pond Dam
Rw Miller Pond Dam, also known as Project 292 Dam, is a privately owned structure located in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Built in 1957, this earth dam stands at a height of 21 feet and stretches 355 feet in length, serving primarily for fire protection, stock, and as a small fish pond. With a storage capacity of 54 acre-feet, it provides essential functions for the local community while also offering recreational opportunities.
Despite its historical significance, the dam's condition assessment was reported as poor during the last inspection in May 2017, with a low hazard potential. As a state-regulated structure under the jurisdiction of South Carolina's Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), the dam requires regular inspections and enforcement to ensure public safety and environmental protection. With its proximity to the TR-Lake William C Bowen, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and contributing to the overall ecosystem in the region.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the importance of maintaining and improving infrastructure like Rw Miller Pond Dam is vital for sustainable water management and resilience in the face of changing climate conditions. By addressing the dam's poor condition and implementing risk management measures, stakeholders can ensure the safety of the surrounding community and preserve the ecological integrity of the area for future generations.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Rw Miller Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| North Pacolet River At Fingerville | 72 cfs | → |
| South Pacolet River Nr Campobello | 36 cfs | → |
| Pacolet River Near Fingerville | 72 cfs | → |
| Middle Tyger River Near Gramling | 10 cfs | → |
| Middle Tyger River Near Lyman | 6 cfs | → |
| Beaverdam Creek Above Greer | 14 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Rw Miller Pond Dam.
Boat launches
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Campgrounds
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Fishing spots
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River runs
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About Rw Miller Pond Dam
Where does the data for Rw Miller Pond 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 below 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.
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.