Smith/Culler Dam

TR-NORTH FORK EDISTO RIVER· Orangeburg, South Carolina· Built 1953· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Smith/Culler Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 37.9% in SC)
Max Storage133 acre-ft
Normal Storage53 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Year Completed1953 (73 years old)
NID IDSC00430

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 13, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

FAIRVIEW LAND HOLDINGS LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Smith/Culler Dam?

Smith/Culler 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 Smith/Culler Dam?

Smith/Culler Dam is owned by FAIRVIEW LAND HOLDINGS LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Smith/Culler Dam built?

Smith/Culler Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Smith/Culler Dam?

Smith/Culler 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 Smith/Culler Dam?

Smith/Culler Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Smith/Culler Dam last inspected?

Smith/Culler Dam was last inspected on July 13, 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.