James L Braswell Dam 1, also known as Big Pond-Miller Place, is a private dam located in Newberry, South Carolina.
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Constructed in 1987 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 18 feet and stretches 500 feet in length. Its primary purpose is irrigation, with a storage capacity of 70 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 41.4 acre-feet.
Managed by the SC DHEC, James L Braswell Dam 1 has a low hazard potential but is in poor condition as of the last assessment in 2017. Despite its condition, the dam is regularly inspected every five years to ensure its safety. With an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam poses a moderate risk and is situated on the TR-BIG BEAVERDAM CREEK, a tributary that could be impacted by climate change and water resource management decisions.
Overall, James L Braswell Dam 1 serves as a crucial infrastructure for irrigation purposes in the region, highlighting the intersection of water resource management and climate considerations. As a privately owned dam in South Carolina, it represents the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure the safety and functionality of these essential structures in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1987 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BIG BEAVERDAM CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Nid Storage |
70 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |
Little River Nr Silverstreet
|
94cfs |
Bush River Nr Prosperity
|
58cfs |
Enoree River At Whitmire
|
308cfs |
Saluda River At Chappells
|
1220cfs |
Tyger River Near Delta
|
469cfs |
Lake Greenwood Tailrace Nr Chappells
|
1090cfs |