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Paul Boiter Dam, located in Anderson, South Carolina, was completed in 1986 by the USDA NRCS and stands as a testament to water resource management in the region.
This private earth dam, with a height of 28 feet and a length of 435 feet, primarily serves as a flood control structure for Broadway Creek. With a storage capacity of 39 acre-feet and a surface area of 4 acres, the dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding areas from potential flooding events.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment was deemed unsatisfactory during the last inspection in June 2017. However, with a very high risk rating assigned, measures for risk management and emergency preparedness are crucial for the safety of the downstream communities. The dam's spillway type is controlled, with uncontrolled outlet gates, emphasizing the need for regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. The involvement of the SC DHEC in state regulation and enforcement adds a layer of oversight to this important piece of infrastructure.
In the hands of private ownership, Paul Boiter Dam serves as a critical water resource for the region, with its primary purpose being flood control. As climate change continues to impact the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events, the importance of well-maintained dams like Paul Boiter cannot be understated. With a dedicated design by the USDA NRCS and state regulation by the SC DHEC, this dam stands as a symbol of collaboration between various agencies to ensure the safety and security of the local community in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Saluda River Near Williamston
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169cfs |
Rocky River Nr Starr
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36cfs |
Reedy River Above Fork Shoals
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77cfs |
Twelvemile Creek Near Liberty
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48cfs |
Reedy River Near Greenville
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22cfs |
Saluda River Near Greenville
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118cfs |
Year Completed |
1986 |
Dam Length |
435 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BROADWAY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Nid Storage |
39 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
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Springfield - Hartwell Lake
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Springfield
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Sadlers Creek State Park
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Twin Lakes - Hartwell Lake
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Oconee Point - Hartwell Lake
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Coneross - Hartwell Lake
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Confluence Of Cedar Creek To 1/4 Mile Below The Nf Boundary And Fh 110, Cobbs Bridge Road
Headwaters Just East Of Hwy 107 To Crossing Of Norton Field Road (Fs 715A)
South Of Cedar Creek Rifle Range To Confluence With Chauga River
1/4 Mile Below Fs 745 And Cassidy Bridge Hunt Camp To Confluence Of Cedar Creek
Beginning Just Upstream Of Townes Creek,Wash Branch And Crane Creek To Confluence With Kings Creek
Crpssing Of Land Bridge Road, Sc 196 To 1/4 Mile Below Fs 745 And Cassidy Bridge Hunt Camp