Edward Brower Dam

MILL CREEK· Oconee, South Carolina· Built 1988· 31 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Edward Brower Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 31 ft (taller than 81.4% in SC)
Max Storage35 acre-ft
Normal Storage20 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Year Completed1988 (38 years old)
NID IDSC02608

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 3, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

PAUL AND PEGGY AKINS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Edward Brower Dam?

Edward Brower Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Edward Brower Dam?

Edward Brower Dam is owned by PAUL AND PEGGY AKINS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Edward Brower Dam built?

Edward Brower Dam was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Edward Brower Dam?

Edward Brower 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 Edward Brower Dam?

Edward Brower Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Edward Brower Dam last inspected?

Edward Brower Dam was last inspected on May 3, 2017. 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.