Batesburg Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Batesburg Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 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 | 32 ft (taller than 83.4% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 402 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 320 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01180 |
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
TOWN OF BATESBURG-LEESVILLE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Batesburg Reservoir Dam?
Batesburg Reservoir 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 Batesburg Reservoir Dam?
Batesburg Reservoir Dam is owned by TOWN OF BATESBURG-LEESVILLE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Batesburg Reservoir Dam built?
Batesburg Reservoir Dam was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Batesburg Reservoir Dam?
Batesburg Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Batesburg Reservoir Dam?
Batesburg Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Batesburg Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Batesburg Reservoir Dam was last inspected on June 26, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.