Robert Rossi Dam, located in Spartanburg, South Carolina, is a privately owned structure built in 1996 primarily for fire protection and as a stock or small fish pond.
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The dam, standing at 32 feet tall and spanning 210 feet in length, has a storage capacity of 75 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 5 acres. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is currently in poor condition as of the last inspection in June 2017.
Managed by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, the dam has state regulatory oversight, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Situated on the Story Branch river, the Robert Rossi Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area. However, with its poor condition assessment, there is a need for potential risk assessment and management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure for the surrounding community and environment. Climate and water resource enthusiasts may find the Robert Rossi Dam an intriguing case study in balancing water management and safety concerns in a changing climate scenario.
Year Completed |
1996 |
Dam Length |
210 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
TR-STORY BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Nid Storage |
75 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
32 |