Jim Edens Dam

BOWIE BRANCH· McCormick, South Carolina· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Jim Edens Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 56.3% in SC)
Max Storage58 acre-ft
Normal Storage47 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
NID IDSC12293

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: September 26, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

CARLOS AND LISA LOMBARD CLARKE MARBAN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jim Edens Dam?

Jim Edens 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 Jim Edens Dam?

Jim Edens Dam is owned by CARLOS AND LISA LOMBARD CLARKE MARBAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Jim Edens Dam?

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

How tall is Jim Edens Dam?

Jim Edens 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 Jim Edens Dam last inspected?

Jim Edens Dam was last inspected on September 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.