Winthrop University Dam

York, South Carolina· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Winthrop University Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 37.9% in SC)
Max Storage95 acre-ft
Normal Storage52 acre-ft
NID IDSCD3670

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: August 28, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Winthrop University Dam?

Winthrop University 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 Winthrop University Dam?

Winthrop University Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Winthrop University Dam?

Winthrop University Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Winthrop University Dam last inspected?

Winthrop University Dam was last inspected on August 28, 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.