Aiken Outing Club Dam
Key Takeaway
Aiken Outing Club Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 59.6% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00302 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
THE AIKEN OUTING CLUB
Private
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High Hazard 24 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Aiken Outing Club Dam?
Aiken Outing Club Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Aiken Outing Club Dam?
Aiken Outing Club Dam is owned by THE AIKEN OUTING CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Aiken Outing Club Dam built?
Aiken Outing Club Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Aiken Outing Club Dam?
Aiken Outing Club Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Aiken Outing Club Dam?
Aiken Outing Club Dam has a dam height of 24 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Aiken Outing Club Dam last inspected?
Aiken Outing Club Dam was last inspected on August 24, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.