Charlie Rauton Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: J O Clark Dam J W Yonce Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Charlie Rauton Dam, also known as Dubose/Rhodes/Yonce Pond, is a private-owned structure located in Edgefield, South Carolina.
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Summary
Managed by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC), this dam on Temples Creek serves primarily for irrigation purposes, with additional benefits for recreation. Standing at a height of 25 feet and stretching 300 feet in length, the dam has a storage capacity of 78 acre-feet, with normal storage levels set at 50 acre-feet.
Despite its significant hazard potential, the dam's condition has been assessed as poor during its last inspection in February 2019. With an inspection frequency of every three years, the dam's emergency action plan status and risk assessment remain unclear. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the captivating allure of Charlie Rauton Dam lies in its vital role in providing irrigation water to the surrounding area, while also posing challenges in terms of its maintenance and risk management for potential emergencies.
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TEMPLES CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Nid Storage |
78 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Mctier Creek (Rd 209) Near Monetta
|
20cfs |
Augusta Canal Nr Augusta (Upper)
|
2080cfs |
Saluda River At Chappells
|
1220cfs |
Bush River Nr Prosperity
|
58cfs |
Stevens Creek Near Modoc
|
149cfs |
Lake Greenwood Tailrace Nr Chappells
|
1090cfs |
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.
Charlie Rauton Dam