Evans/Miller Dam

TR-MOSE BRANCH· Chesterfield, South Carolina· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Evans/Miller Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 23.6% in SC)
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Normal Storage48 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
NID IDSC02303

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: October 27, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

JAMES NEWELL MILLER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Evans/Miller Dam?

Evans/Miller 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 Evans/Miller Dam?

Evans/Miller Dam is owned by JAMES NEWELL MILLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Evans/Miller Dam?

Evans/Miller 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 Evans/Miller Dam?

Evans/Miller Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Evans/Miller Dam last inspected?

Evans/Miller Dam was last inspected on October 27, 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.