Sc Elec & Gas Dam

SAM BRANCH· Orangeburg, South Carolina· Built 1952· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Sc Elec & Gas Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 28.8% in SC)
Max Storage273 acre-ft
Normal Storage130 acre-ft
Surface Area26 acres
Year Completed1952 (74 years old)
NID IDSC00433

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 20, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

DAVID W BUNCH;DOMINION ENERGY SOUTH CAROLINA INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sc Elec & Gas Dam?

Sc Elec & Gas 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 Sc Elec & Gas Dam?

Sc Elec & Gas Dam is owned by DAVID W BUNCH;DOMINION ENERGY SOUTH CAROLINA INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Sc Elec & Gas Dam built?

Sc Elec & Gas Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Sc Elec & Gas Dam?

Sc Elec & Gas 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 Sc Elec & Gas Dam?

Sc Elec & Gas 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 Sc Elec & Gas Dam last inspected?

Sc Elec & Gas Dam was last inspected on July 20, 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.