Edna Yon Dam

HOLLOW CREEK· Aiken, South Carolina· Built 1962· 17 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Edna Yon Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 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	17 ft (taller than 33.8% in SC)
Max Storage	316 acre-ft
Normal Storage	216 acre-ft

Surface Area	40 acres
Year Completed	1962 (64 years old)
NID ID	SC00364

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: July 10, 2023

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

KEN MCNEIL BOLES JR

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Edna Yon Dam?

Edna Yon 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 Edna Yon Dam?

Edna Yon Dam is owned by KEN MCNEIL BOLES JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Edna Yon Dam built?

Edna Yon Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Edna Yon Dam?

Edna Yon 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 Edna Yon Dam?

Edna Yon Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Edna Yon Dam last inspected?

Edna Yon Dam was last inspected on July 10, 2023. 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.