Joe Jeffcoat Dam

TR-CAMPING CREEK· Newberry, South Carolina· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Joe Jeffcoat Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 56.3% in SC)
Max Storage52 acre-ft
Normal Storage27 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
NID IDSC02554

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: October 11, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

JOE E JEFFCOAT

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Joe Jeffcoat Dam?

Joe Jeffcoat 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 Joe Jeffcoat Dam?

Joe Jeffcoat Dam is owned by JOE E JEFFCOAT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Joe Jeffcoat Dam?

Joe Jeffcoat Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Joe Jeffcoat Dam?

Joe Jeffcoat 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 Joe Jeffcoat Dam last inspected?

Joe Jeffcoat Dam was last inspected on October 11, 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.