Moss Grove Plantation Dam

TR-WEST BRANCH COOPER RIVER· Berkeley, South Carolina· Built 1988· 14 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Moss Grove Plantation Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 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 14 ft (taller than 19.3% in SC)
Max Storage264 acre-ft
Normal Storage120 acre-ft
Surface Area30 acres
Year Completed1988 (38 years old)
NID IDSC02532

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 5, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

MOSS GROVE HOA INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Moss Grove Plantation Dam?

Moss Grove Plantation 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 Moss Grove Plantation Dam?

Moss Grove Plantation Dam is owned by MOSS GROVE HOA INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Moss Grove Plantation Dam built?

Moss Grove Plantation Dam was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Moss Grove Plantation Dam?

Moss Grove Plantation 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 Moss Grove Plantation Dam?

Moss Grove Plantation Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Moss Grove Plantation Dam last inspected?

Moss Grove Plantation Dam was last inspected on October 5, 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.