Williams Hwy 52 Landfill Runoff Pond Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

The Williams Hwy 52 Landfill Runoff Pond in Berkeley, South Carolina, is a public utility structure designed to manage runoff from the landfill site.


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Summary

Completed in 2010, this Earth dam with a height of 13 feet and a length of 3,193 feet serves a crucial purpose in controlling water flow and storage in the area. With a storage capacity of 153 acre-feet, this pond plays a vital role in regulating water levels and preventing potential hazards associated with excess runoff.

Located near the TR-MOLLY BRANCH OFFSTREAM, this landfill runoff pond is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, its fair condition assessment and moderate risk level indicate the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to uphold its effectiveness in managing water resources in the region. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the role of this structure in safeguarding the surrounding environment and communities from water-related risks and impacts.

Year Completed

2010

Dam Length

3193

Dam Height

13

River Or Stream

TR-MOLLY BRANCH OFFSTREAM

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

12

Nid Storage

153

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

13
       
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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.