K B Simmons Dam

MILL CREEK· Sumter, South Carolina· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

K B Simmons Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 52.9% in SC)
Max Storage150 acre-ft
Normal Storage44 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
NID IDSC02746

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

Ownership

BIRCHWOOD FARMS LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of K B Simmons Dam?

K B Simmons 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 K B Simmons Dam?

K B Simmons Dam is owned by BIRCHWOOD FARMS LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of K B Simmons Dam?

K B Simmons Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is K B Simmons Dam?

K B Simmons Dam has a dam height of 22 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 K B Simmons Dam last inspected?

K B Simmons Dam 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.