Loblolly Timberlands Dam

TR-CEDAR CREEK· Fairfield, South Carolina· Built 1965· 32 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Loblolly Timberlands Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 32 ft (taller than 83.4% in SC)
Max Storage387 acre-ft
Normal Storage272 acre-ft
Surface Area44 acres
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDSC01217

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: May 6, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

FAIRFIELD COUNTY

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Loblolly Timberlands Dam?

Loblolly Timberlands 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 Loblolly Timberlands Dam?

Loblolly Timberlands Dam is owned by FAIRFIELD COUNTY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Loblolly Timberlands Dam built?

Loblolly Timberlands Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Loblolly Timberlands Dam?

Loblolly Timberlands 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 Loblolly Timberlands Dam?

Loblolly Timberlands Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Loblolly Timberlands Dam last inspected?

Loblolly Timberlands Dam was last inspected on May 6, 2020. 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.