Joe Jeffcoat Dam dam
Joe Jeffcoat Dam
Joe Jeffcoat Dam, located in Newberry, South Carolina, is a private Earth dam primarily used for fish and wildlife pond purposes. With a height of 23 feet and a length of 400 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 52 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 5 acres. The dam is regulated and inspected by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC), ensuring its compliance with state standards and safety measures.
Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Joe Jeffcoat Dam is subject to moderate risk with a risk assessment rating of 3. The dam has an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 0 feet and has not been significantly modified over the years. The last inspection in October 2017 indicated that the dam meets guidelines for emergency action plans and has updated emergency contacts, although the details on the effectiveness of these measures are not specified in the data.
Overall, Joe Jeffcoat Dam serves as an important habitat for fish and wildlife in the area, while also providing recreational opportunities for visitors. Its location along the TR-Camping Creek and within the Savannah District adds to its significance in water resource management and conservation efforts, making it a noteworthy site for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and appreciate.
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.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Joe Jeffcoat Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Bush River Nr Prosperity | 14 cfs | → |
| Broad River At Alston | 1,440 cfs | → |
| Little River Nr Silverstreet | 43 cfs | → |
| Saluda River Below Lk Murray Dam Nr Columbia | 759 cfs | → |
| Saluda River At Chappells | 382 cfs | → |
| Enoree River At Whitmire | 121 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Joe Jeffcoat Dam.
Boat launches
- 844 Riverbend Point, Leesville, Sc 29070
- Park Marina Drive 79, Newberry County
- Sassafras Lane Newberry County
- Broad River Road Newberry County
- Cove Launch Court Lexington County
Campgrounds
- Dreher Island State Rec Area
- Woodmen Of The World Park
- Collins Creek Seasonal Camp
- Rocky Branch Seasonal Camp
- Brick House Campground
- Brick House
Fishing spots
Track Joe Jeffcoat Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Joe Jeffcoat Dam
Where does the data for Joe Jeffcoat 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 above 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.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Joe Jeffcoat Dam.