Woodrow Smith Dam
Key Takeaway
Woodrow Smith Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 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 | 11 ft (taller than 8.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02008 |
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
JOHN WENDELL SMITH ET AL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Woodrow Smith Dam?
Woodrow Smith 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 Woodrow Smith Dam?
Woodrow Smith Dam is owned by JOHN WENDELL SMITH ET AL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Woodrow Smith Dam built?
Woodrow Smith Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Woodrow Smith Dam?
Woodrow Smith 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 Woodrow Smith Dam?
Woodrow Smith Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Woodrow Smith Dam last inspected?
Woodrow Smith Dam was last inspected on November 14, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.