Sexton Dam

TR-DUTCHMAN CREEK· Spartanburg, South Carolina· 39 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Sexton Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 39 ft (taller than 91.5% in SC)
Max Storage41 acre-ft
Normal Storage17 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
NID IDSCD5013

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: June 27, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

ROBERT SEXTON

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sexton Dam?

Sexton 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 Sexton Dam?

Sexton Dam is owned by ROBERT SEXTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Sexton Dam?

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

How tall is Sexton Dam?

Sexton Dam has a dam height of 39 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 Sexton Dam last inspected?

Sexton Dam was last inspected on June 27, 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.