Welton Corp Dam 2

TR-COLLETON RIVER· Beaufort, South Carolina· Built 1952· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Welton Corp Dam 2 is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 5.2% in SC)
Max Storage272 acre-ft
Normal Storage192 acre-ft
Surface Area80 acres
Year Completed1952 (74 years old)
NID IDSC01558

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

Ownership

ROSE HILL PLANTATION PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Welton Corp Dam 2?

Welton Corp Dam 2 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 Welton Corp Dam 2?

Welton Corp Dam 2 is owned by ROSE HILL PLANTATION PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Welton Corp Dam 2 built?

Welton Corp Dam 2 was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Welton Corp Dam 2?

Welton Corp Dam 2 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 Welton Corp Dam 2?

Welton Corp Dam 2 has a dam height of 10 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 Welton Corp Dam 2 last inspected?

Welton Corp Dam 2 was last inspected on November 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.