Wayne King Dam
Key Takeaway
Wayne King Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 19 ft (taller than 41.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 590 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02563 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
DENNIS LEE AND JUANITA W ZACHOW TRUSTEES;DOROTHY AND ELLIE WILLIAM OSGOOD SURVIVORSHIP;DOROTHY AND ELLIE WILLIAM OSGOOD SURVIVORSHIP;JOHN M AND JUDY S BERRY;ROBERT WILLIAMS ELLIOT
Private
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High Hazard 37 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Wayne King Dam?
Wayne King Dam 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 Wayne King Dam?
Wayne King Dam is owned by DENNIS LEE AND JUANITA W ZACHOW TRUSTEES;DOROTHY AND ELLIE WILLIAM OSGOOD SURVIVORSHIP;DOROTHY AND ELLIE WILLIAM OSGOOD SURVIVORSHIP;JOHN M AND JUDY S BERRY;ROBERT WILLIAMS ELLIOT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wayne King Dam built?
Wayne King Dam was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Wayne King Dam?
Wayne King 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 Wayne King Dam?
Wayne King Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Wayne King Dam last inspected?
Wayne King Dam was last inspected on July 7, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.