Sedalia Dam

JOHNS CREEK· Union, South Carolina· Built 1991· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Sedalia Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 67% in SC)
Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage121 acre-ft
Normal Storage87 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge718 cfs
Year Completed1991 (35 years old)
NID IDSC82417

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: October 9, 2015
State Regulated: No

Ownership

USDA FS

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sedalia Dam?

Sedalia 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 Sedalia Dam?

Sedalia Dam is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Sedalia Dam built?

Sedalia Dam was completed in 1991, making it 35 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 Sedalia Dam?

Sedalia Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Sedalia Dam?

Sedalia Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Sedalia Dam last inspected?

Sedalia Dam was last inspected on October 9, 2015. 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.