Jackson-Mill Ck WCD Dam 2

SAND CREEK· Fairfield, South Carolina· Built 1975· 38 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Jackson-Mill Ck WCD Dam 2 is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 38 ft (taller than 91% in SC)
Max Storage1.6K acre-ft
Normal Storage163 acre-ft
Surface Area33 acres
Year Completed1975 (51 years old)
NID IDSC01204

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: Yes
Last Inspection: April 26, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

DANIEL TIMMS III;FAIRFIELD CONSERVATION DISTRICT

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jackson-Mill Ck WCD Dam 2?

Jackson-Mill Ck WCD Dam 2 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 Jackson-Mill Ck WCD Dam 2?

Jackson-Mill Ck WCD Dam 2 is owned by DANIEL TIMMS III;FAIRFIELD CONSERVATION DISTRICT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Jackson-Mill Ck WCD Dam 2 built?

Jackson-Mill Ck WCD Dam 2 was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Jackson-Mill Ck WCD Dam 2?

Jackson-Mill Ck WCD Dam 2 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Jackson-Mill Ck WCD Dam 2?

Jackson-Mill Ck WCD Dam 2 has a dam height of 38 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 Jackson-Mill Ck WCD Dam 2 last inspected?

Jackson-Mill Ck WCD Dam 2 was last inspected on April 26, 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.