Oak Hills Golf Club Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
The Oak Hills Golf Club Dam in Richland, South Carolina, is a privately owned earth dam located on TR-CRANE CREEK.
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Summary
Built in 1955, the dam stands at a height of 24 feet and spans 450 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 377 acre-feet. The primary purpose of the dam is for recreation, providing a serene backdrop for golf enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.
Despite its fair condition assessment, the Oak Hills Golf Club Dam poses a high hazard potential, prompting regular inspections by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control. The dam is equipped with outlet gates but lacks spillway systems, which may pose a risk during heavy rainfall events. With a history of being state regulated and permitted, the dam's safety and maintenance are closely monitored to ensure public safety.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Oak Hills Golf Club Dam offers a unique opportunity to study the intersection of human recreation and environmental stewardship. As one of the landmarks in the Savannah District, the dam serves as a reminder of the importance of sustainable dam management practices in the face of changing climate patterns and increasing water-related risks.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CRANE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
44 |
Nid Storage |
377 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
24 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Smith Branch At North Main St At Columbia
|
3cfs |
Saluda River Near Columbia
|
907cfs |
Congaree River At Columbia
|
3010cfs |
Gills Creek At Columbia
|
37cfs |
Saluda River Below Lk Murray Dam Nr Columbia
|
790cfs |
Broad River At Alston
|
1880cfs |
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.
Oak Hills Golf Club Dam