Old Still Dam

TR-JACKSON CREEK· Richland, South Carolina· 16 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Old Still Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. 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 16 ft (taller than 28.8% in SC)
Max Storage33 acre-ft
Normal Storage22 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
NID IDSC03562

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: January 27, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

LAME HORSE POND DAM ASSOCIATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Old Still Dam?

Old Still 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 Old Still Dam?

Old Still Dam is owned by LAME HORSE POND DAM ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Old Still Dam?

Old Still 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 Old Still Dam?

Old Still 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 Old Still Dam last inspected?

Old Still Dam was last inspected on January 27, 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.