Mount Vintage Irrigation Dam, located in Edgefield, South Carolina, is a private earth dam specifically designed for irrigation purposes.
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Completed in 1999, the dam stands at a height of 45 feet and has a storage capacity of 450 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 262.6 acre-feet. The dam has a surface area of 18 acres and spans a length of 800 feet, making it a significant water resource for the region.
The dam is situated on the TR-Burkhalter Branch river and is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC). With a hazard potential rated as high, the dam is inspected regularly to ensure its structural integrity. The most recent inspection in November 2020 assessed the dam's condition as fair. In case of emergencies, the dam's Emergency Action Plan (EAP) is in place, although the last revision was in June 2019.
Despite its primary purpose for irrigation, the Mount Vintage Irrigation Dam also offers recreational opportunities for enthusiasts in the area. Its presence contributes to the management of water resources in the region, highlighting the importance of maintaining and monitoring such infrastructure for both agricultural and environmental sustainability.
Year Completed |
1999 |
Dam Length |
800 |
Dam Height |
45 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BURKHALTER BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Nid Storage |
450 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
45 |
Augusta Canal Nr Augusta (Upper)
|
2080cfs |
Stevens Creek Near Modoc
|
149cfs |
Butler Creek Below 7th Avenue
|
8cfs |
Savannah River At Augusta
|
6790cfs |
Mctier Creek (Rd 209) Near Monetta
|
20cfs |
Spirit Creek At Us 1
|
11cfs |