Golden Gate Dam

YOUNGS BRANCH· Darlington, South Carolina· 27 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Golden Gate Dam is classified as significant hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 70.9% in SC)
Max Storage18 acre-ft
Normal Storage11 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
NID IDSCD5029

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 20, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

DARLINGTON COUNTY RED FEZ CLUB

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Golden Gate Dam?

Golden Gate Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Golden Gate Dam?

Golden Gate Dam is owned by DARLINGTON COUNTY RED FEZ CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Golden Gate Dam?

Golden Gate 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 Golden Gate Dam?

Golden Gate 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 Golden Gate Dam last inspected?

Golden Gate Dam was last inspected on May 20, 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.