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Dargan's Pond Dam, located in Darlington, South Carolina, is a state-regulated structure with a primary purpose of serving as a Fish and Wildlife Pond. The dam, primarily made of earth with buttress core types, stands at a height of 17 feet and has a storage capacity of 2480 acre-feet. With a surface area of 155 acres, the dam plays a crucial role in providing irrigation, recreation, and habitat for fish and wildlife in the area.
Managed by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC), Dargan's Pond Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment. The dam has not been modified in recent years and undergoes inspections every 5 years to ensure its structural integrity and safety. Although the dam does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place, it meets regulatory guidelines and is equipped to handle potential risks and emergencies effectively.
As part of the Wilmington District, Dargan's Pond Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region and provides essential support for the local ecosystem. With its focus on fish and wildlife conservation, irrigation, and recreational activities, the dam stands as a vital infrastructure for both environmental and community purposes, highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions.
Dam_Height | 17 |
River_Or_Stream | BACK SWAMP |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 155 |
Nid_Storage | 2480 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 17 |
PEE DEE RIVER BELOW PEE DEE | 5300cfs |
BLACK CREEK NEAR QUINBY | 191cfs |
LYNCHES RIVER AT EFFINGHAM | 626cfs |
BLACK CREEK NEAR MCBEE | 98cfs |
PEE DEE RIVER NR BENNETTSVILLE | 5010cfs |
LITTLE PEE DEE R. AT GALIVANTS FERRY | 1960cfs |
PEE DEE RIVER AT PEEDEE | 5160cfs |