Holley Haven Dam

HOLLOW CREEK· Aiken, South Carolina· Built 1910· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Holley Haven Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1910 and is 116 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 28.8% in SC)
Max Storage64 acre-ft
Normal Storage8 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Year Completed1910 (116 years old)
NID IDSC00347

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: August 9, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

HOLLEY HAVEN INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Holley Haven Dam?

Holley Haven 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 Holley Haven Dam?

Holley Haven Dam is owned by HOLLEY HAVEN INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Holley Haven Dam built?

Holley Haven Dam was completed in 1910, making it 116 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 Holley Haven Dam?

Holley Haven 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 Holley Haven Dam?

Holley Haven 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 Holley Haven Dam last inspected?

Holley Haven Dam was last inspected on August 9, 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.