William Evatt Dam
Key Takeaway
William Evatt Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 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 | 26 ft (taller than 67% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01380 |
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
HOLDER FAMILY LTD PARTNERSHIP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of William Evatt Dam?
William Evatt 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 William Evatt Dam?
William Evatt Dam is owned by HOLDER FAMILY LTD PARTNERSHIP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was William Evatt Dam built?
William Evatt Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 William Evatt Dam?
William Evatt 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 William Evatt Dam?
William Evatt Dam has a dam height of 26 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 William Evatt Dam last inspected?
William Evatt Dam was last inspected on June 8, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.