Tenie Schlutter Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Harvey Shaw Dam Bishopville Dam
Last Updated: December 22, 2025
Tenie Schlutter Dam is a key water resource in South Carolina, with a capacity to store up to 110 acre-feet of water and a normal storage capacity of 44 acre-feet.
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Summary
Located in Lee County, the dam stands at a height of 8 feet with a low hazard potential. While specifics on the dam's construction year and primary purpose are not provided, it is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC) and undergoes regular state inspections and enforcement measures.
Despite its modest size, Tenie Schlutter Dam plays a crucial role in water management and flood control in the region. With a condition assessment that is currently not rated, the dam's last inspection in November 2017 deemed it to have a low hazard potential. The dam is not owned or funded by federal agencies, highlighting its importance at the state level. While information on associated structures and design details is scarce, the dam's emergency action plan status and risk assessment measures are not clearly outlined, leaving room for potential improvements in safety and disaster preparedness protocols.
Dam Height |
8 |
Nid Storage |
110 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
8 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Lynches River Near Bishopville
|
593cfs |
Black Creek Near Hartsville
|
152cfs |
Black Creek Near Mcbee
|
195cfs |
Wateree River Nr. Camden
|
1630cfs |
Black Creek Near Quinby
|
289cfs |
Lynches River At Effingham
|
452cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Tenie Schlutter Dam