Summit Dam 6

TR-RICE CREEK· Richland, South Carolina· Built 1994· 24 ft tall

High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Summit Dam 6 is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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	24 ft (taller than 59.6% in SC)
Max Storage	137 acre-ft
Normal Storage	67 acre-ft

Surface Area	10 acres
Year Completed	1994 (32 years old)
NID ID	SC02691

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: May 26, 2023

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

SUMMIT COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Summit Dam 6?

Summit Dam 6 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 Summit Dam 6?

Summit Dam 6 is owned by SUMMIT COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Summit Dam 6 built?

Summit Dam 6 was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 Summit Dam 6?

Summit Dam 6 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Summit Dam 6?

Summit Dam 6 has a dam height of 24 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 Summit Dam 6 last inspected?

Summit Dam 6 was last inspected on May 26, 2023. 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.