Jco Farms Dam

LITTLE DUCK BRANCH· Allendale, South Carolina· Built 1993· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Jco Farms Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 41.8% in SC)
Max Storage382 acre-ft
Normal Storage237 acre-ft
Surface Area32 acres
Year Completed1993 (33 years old)
NID IDSC02653

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 22, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

JOSEPH C OSWALD JR

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jco Farms Dam?

Jco Farms 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 Jco Farms Dam?

Jco Farms Dam is owned by JOSEPH C OSWALD JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Jco Farms Dam built?

Jco Farms Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Jco Farms Dam?

Jco Farms Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Jco Farms Dam?

Jco Farms Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Jco Farms Dam last inspected?

Jco Farms Dam was last inspected on August 22, 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.