Byrds Lawn and Lands INC Dam

FISHING CREEK· York, South Carolina· Built 1947· 27 ft tall
High Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Byrds Lawn and Lands INC Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 27 ft (taller than 70.9% in SC)
Max Storage184 acre-ft
Normal Storage144 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Year Completed1947 (79 years old)
NID IDSC00681

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: December 6, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

MICHAEL EDWARD AND LILIANA D CASTRILLON

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Byrds Lawn and Lands INC Dam?

Byrds Lawn and Lands INC 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 Byrds Lawn and Lands INC Dam?

Byrds Lawn and Lands INC Dam is owned by MICHAEL EDWARD AND LILIANA D CASTRILLON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Byrds Lawn and Lands INC Dam built?

Byrds Lawn and Lands INC Dam was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Byrds Lawn and Lands INC Dam?

Byrds Lawn and Lands INC Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Byrds Lawn and Lands INC Dam?

Byrds Lawn and Lands INC Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Byrds Lawn and Lands INC Dam last inspected?

Byrds Lawn and Lands INC Dam was last inspected on December 6, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.