Robert Schrimpf Dam

TR-TURKEY HILL BRANCH· Orangeburg, South Carolina· Built 1988· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Robert Schrimpf Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 23.6% in SC)
Max Storage108 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Year Completed1988 (38 years old)
NID IDSC02443

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 11, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

TURKEY HILL BRANCH FARM LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Robert Schrimpf Dam?

Robert Schrimpf 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 Robert Schrimpf Dam?

Robert Schrimpf Dam is owned by TURKEY HILL BRANCH FARM LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Robert Schrimpf Dam built?

Robert Schrimpf 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 Robert Schrimpf Dam?

Robert Schrimpf 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 Robert Schrimpf Dam?

Robert Schrimpf Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Robert Schrimpf Dam last inspected?

Robert Schrimpf Dam was last inspected on July 11, 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.