R S Jameson Dam

TR-SNAKE SWAMP· Orangeburg, South Carolina· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

R S Jameson Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 8.3% in SC)
Max Storage53 acre-ft
Normal Storage28 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
NID IDSC02445

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: July 12, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

JAMESON BROTHERS LLP

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of R S Jameson Dam?

R S Jameson 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 R S Jameson Dam?

R S Jameson Dam is owned by JAMESON BROTHERS LLP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of R S Jameson Dam?

R S Jameson 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 R S Jameson Dam?

R S Jameson Dam has a dam height of 11 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 R S Jameson Dam last inspected?

R S Jameson Dam was last inspected on July 12, 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.