Woodside Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Woodside Dam 1 is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 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 | 31 ft (taller than 81.4% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 168 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02271 |
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
WOODSIDE PLANTATION PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Woodside Dam 1?
Woodside Dam 1 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 Woodside Dam 1?
Woodside Dam 1 is owned by WOODSIDE PLANTATION PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Woodside Dam 1 built?
Woodside Dam 1 was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Woodside Dam 1?
Woodside Dam 1 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 Woodside Dam 1?
Woodside Dam 1 has a dam height of 31 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 Woodside Dam 1 last inspected?
Woodside Dam 1 was last inspected on June 22, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.