Harry Dupree Dam

TR-WADBOO CREEK· Berkeley, South Carolina· Built 1988· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Harry Dupree Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 56.3% in SC)
Max Storage170 acre-ft
Normal Storage105 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Year Completed1988 (38 years old)
NID IDSC02598

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: December 6, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

HARRY AND LINDA DUPREE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Harry Dupree Dam?

Harry Dupree 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 Harry Dupree Dam?

Harry Dupree Dam is owned by HARRY AND LINDA DUPREE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Harry Dupree Dam built?

Harry Dupree 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 Harry Dupree Dam?

Harry Dupree Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Harry Dupree Dam?

Harry Dupree Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Harry Dupree Dam last inspected?

Harry Dupree Dam was last inspected on December 6, 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.