Kennedy Dam

TR-TWENTYFIVEMILE CREEK· Richland, South Carolina· 28 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Kennedy Dam is classified as significant hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 74.2% in SC)
Max Storage96 acre-ft
Normal Storage76 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
NID IDSC03531

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: December 10, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

DAVID D KENNEDY TRUSTEE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kennedy Dam?

Kennedy Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Kennedy Dam?

Kennedy Dam is owned by DAVID D KENNEDY TRUSTEE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Kennedy Dam?

Kennedy 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 Kennedy Dam?

Kennedy Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Kennedy Dam last inspected?

Kennedy Dam was last inspected on December 10, 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.