Julian Ott Dam

TR-CAW CAW SWAMP· Orangeburg, South Carolina· 14 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Julian Ott Dam is classified as unknown in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 19.3% in SC)
Max Storage58 acre-ft
Normal Storage44 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
NID IDSC02453

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: May 12, 2021
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Julian Ott Dam?

Julian Ott Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Julian Ott Dam?

Julian Ott Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Julian Ott Dam?

Julian Ott 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 Julian Ott Dam?

Julian Ott Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Julian Ott Dam last inspected?

Julian Ott Dam was last inspected on May 12, 2021. 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.