Kingstree Oxidation Dam

TR-BLACK RIVER OFFSTREAM· Williamsburg, South Carolina· Built 1962· 7 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Local Government

Key Takeaway

Kingstree Oxidation Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft (taller than 0.3% in SC)
Max Storage137 acre-ft
Normal Storage78 acre-ft
Surface Area19 acres
Year Completed1962 (64 years old)
NID IDSC01658

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: November 14, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

TOWN OF KINGSTREE

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kingstree Oxidation Dam?

Kingstree Oxidation 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 Kingstree Oxidation Dam?

Kingstree Oxidation Dam is owned by TOWN OF KINGSTREE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kingstree Oxidation Dam built?

Kingstree Oxidation Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Kingstree Oxidation Dam?

Kingstree Oxidation Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Kingstree Oxidation Dam?

Kingstree Oxidation Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Kingstree Oxidation Dam last inspected?

Kingstree Oxidation Dam was last inspected on November 14, 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.