Marshall Dam

TR-TAYLOR CREEK· York, South Carolina· Built 1954· 29 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Marshall Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 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	29 ft (taller than 77.1% in SC)
Max Storage	146 acre-ft
Normal Storage	104 acre-ft

Surface Area	10 acres
Year Completed	1954 (72 years old)
NID ID	SC00683

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: February 21, 2023

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

DONALD K AND LINDA N CHRISTOPHER;RHETT AUSTIN HALEY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Marshall Dam?

Marshall 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 Marshall Dam?

Marshall Dam is owned by DONALD K AND LINDA N CHRISTOPHER;RHETT AUSTIN HALEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Marshall Dam built?

Marshall Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Marshall Dam?

Marshall 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 Marshall Dam?

Marshall Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Marshall Dam last inspected?

Marshall Dam was last inspected on February 21, 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.