Kimberton Ave Dam

TR-MOLLY BRANCH· Berkeley, South Carolina· 11 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Kimberton Ave Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	11 ft (taller than 8.3% in SC)
Max Storage	101 acre-ft
Normal Storage	42 acre-ft

Surface Area	23 acres
NID ID	SCD5062

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No

Last Inspection: April 25, 2023

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

FOXBANK HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kimberton Ave Dam?

Kimberton Ave Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Kimberton Ave Dam?

Kimberton Ave Dam is owned by FOXBANK HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Kimberton Ave Dam?

Kimberton Ave 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 Kimberton Ave Dam?

Kimberton Ave Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Kimberton Ave Dam last inspected?

Kimberton Ave Dam was last inspected on April 25, 2023. 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.