Stidham Tract Dam

TR-ROCK DAM CREEK· Fairfield, South Carolina· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Stidham Tract Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 62.5% in SC)
Max Storage20 acre-ft
Normal Storage11 acre-ft
NID IDSC03524

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: May 5, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

WINDY HILLS NORTH LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stidham Tract Dam?

Stidham Tract 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 Stidham Tract Dam?

Stidham Tract Dam is owned by WINDY HILLS NORTH LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Stidham Tract Dam?

Stidham Tract Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Stidham Tract Dam?

Stidham Tract Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Stidham Tract Dam last inspected?

Stidham Tract Dam was last inspected on May 5, 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.