Mackie Tyler Dam

TR-NORTH FORK EDISTO RIVER· Orangeburg, South Carolina· Built 1955· 18 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Mackie Tyler Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 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	18 ft (taller than 37.9% in SC)
Max Storage	80 acre-ft
Normal Storage	52 acre-ft

Surface Area	9 acres
Year Completed	1955 (71 years old)
NID ID	SC00421

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: Yes

Last Inspection: October 19, 2021

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

MACKIE TYLER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mackie Tyler Dam?

Mackie Tyler 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 Mackie Tyler Dam?

Mackie Tyler Dam is owned by MACKIE TYLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mackie Tyler Dam built?

Mackie Tyler Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Mackie Tyler Dam?

Mackie Tyler 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 Mackie Tyler Dam?

Mackie Tyler Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Mackie Tyler Dam last inspected?

Mackie Tyler Dam was last inspected on October 19, 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.