Myron Bolen Dam

TR-YARROW BRANCH· Barnwell, South Carolina· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Myron Bolen Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 28.8% in SC)
Max Storage77 acre-ft
Normal Storage65 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
NID IDSC02636

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: August 18, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

DANA K BYRD AND DENISE B ELKINS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Myron Bolen Dam?

Myron Bolen 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 Myron Bolen Dam?

Myron Bolen Dam is owned by DANA K BYRD AND DENISE B ELKINS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Myron Bolen Dam?

Myron Bolen 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 Myron Bolen Dam?

Myron Bolen Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Myron Bolen Dam last inspected?

Myron Bolen Dam was last inspected on August 18, 2017. 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.