Sandra Todd Dam

TR-BRUNSON SWAMP· Horry, South Carolina· Built 1959· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Sandra Todd Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 1.5% in SC)
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Year Completed1959 (67 years old)
NID IDSC01023

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: December 5, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

DOYLE FAMILY LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sandra Todd Dam?

Sandra Todd 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 Sandra Todd Dam?

Sandra Todd Dam is owned by DOYLE FAMILY LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Sandra Todd Dam built?

Sandra Todd Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Sandra Todd Dam?

Sandra Todd 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 Sandra Todd Dam?

Sandra Todd Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Sandra Todd Dam last inspected?

Sandra Todd Dam was last inspected on December 5, 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.