Little Coldstream Dam
Key Takeaway
Little Coldstream Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. 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 | 21 ft (taller than 50.2% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01182 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
ALDRENA L HICKS;CARROLL AND NANCY MCPHERSON;REBECCA EPTING AND KELSEY RAITHEL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Little Coldstream Dam?
Little Coldstream 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 Little Coldstream Dam?
Little Coldstream Dam is owned by ALDRENA L HICKS;CARROLL AND NANCY MCPHERSON;REBECCA EPTING AND KELSEY RAITHEL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little Coldstream Dam built?
Little Coldstream Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Little Coldstream Dam?
Little Coldstream 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 Little Coldstream Dam?
Little Coldstream Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Little Coldstream Dam last inspected?
Little Coldstream Dam was last inspected on March 22, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.