W D Rhoad Iv Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
W D Rhoad IV Dam in South Carolina, completed in 1994, serves as a vital resource for fish and wildlife pond management and irrigation purposes.
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Summary
Owned privately, the dam stands at a height of 24 feet and stretches 490 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 167 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-HALFMOON BRANCH river or stream in Bamberg County, South Carolina, the dam is regulated by the state and inspected regularly to ensure its safety and functionality.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is rated as poor, indicating a need for maintenance and potential rehabilitation. The risk assessment for W D Rhoad IV Dam is classified as very high, highlighting the importance of implementing risk management measures to mitigate any potential hazards. With its controlled spillway and strategic location, W D Rhoad IV Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and conservation efforts in the region, making it a key asset for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and support.
Year Completed |
1994 |
Dam Length |
490 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TR-HALFMOON BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14 |
Nid Storage |
167 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
24 |
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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.
W D Rhoad Iv Dam