Rainbow Falls Dam

LITTLE HORSE CREEK· Aiken, South Carolina· Built 1960· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Rainbow Falls Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 14.9% in SC)
Max Storage178 acre-ft
Normal Storage106 acre-ft
Surface Area24 acres
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDSC00359

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: Yes
Last Inspection: May 14, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

BEVERLY M WILLIAMS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rainbow Falls Dam?

Rainbow Falls 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 Rainbow Falls Dam?

Rainbow Falls Dam is owned by BEVERLY M WILLIAMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Rainbow Falls Dam built?

Rainbow Falls Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Rainbow Falls Dam?

Rainbow Falls Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Rainbow Falls Dam?

Rainbow Falls Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Rainbow Falls Dam last inspected?

Rainbow Falls Dam was last inspected on May 14, 2019. 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.