Se Community Park Dam
Key Takeaway
Se Community Park Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 52.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02470 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF COLUMBIA
Local Government
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High Hazard 16 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Se Community Park Dam?
Se Community Park Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Se Community Park Dam?
Se Community Park Dam is owned by CITY OF COLUMBIA (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Se Community Park Dam built?
Se Community Park Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Se Community Park Dam?
Se Community Park 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 Se Community Park Dam?
Se Community Park Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Se Community Park Dam last inspected?
Se Community Park Dam was last inspected on January 24, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.