William Greene Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 15, 2025

William Greene Dam, located in Newberry, South Carolina, is a private-owned structure constructed in 1996 primarily for Fish and Wildlife Pond purposes.


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Summary

The dam, standing at a height of 26 feet and stretching 420 feet in length, has a storage capacity of 70 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 52.2 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is rated as poor, indicating a need for maintenance and improvements.

Managed by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), the dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state authorities. The Savannah District of the US Army Corps of Engineers oversees the dam's operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, there is a need for implementing risk management measures to address potential safety concerns and mitigate any adverse impacts on the surrounding environment and communities.

Although the dam serves as a recreational spot in the area, its structural integrity and maintenance need to be closely monitored to prevent any potential failures or hazards. Ensuring the safety and functionality of William Greene Dam is essential not only for the conservation of fish and wildlife but also for the protection of downstream areas and communities along the TR-Camping Creek.

Year Completed

1996

Dam Length

420

Dam Height

26

River Or Stream

TR-CAMPING CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

7

Nid Storage

70

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

26
       
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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. 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

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, 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.