Epworth Pines Dam

ROBERTS BRANCH· Richland, South Carolina· Built 1966· 16 ft tall
Unknown Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Epworth Pines Dam is classified as unknown in South Carolina. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 28.8% in SC)
Max Storage136 acre-ft
Normal Storage96 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Year Completed1966 (60 years old)
NID IDSC01277

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: May 1, 2003
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Epworth Pines Dam?

Epworth Pines Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Epworth Pines Dam?

Epworth Pines Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Epworth Pines Dam built?

Epworth Pines Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Epworth Pines Dam?

Epworth Pines Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Epworth Pines Dam?

Epworth Pines Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Epworth Pines Dam last inspected?

Epworth Pines Dam was last inspected on May 1, 2003. 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.