Arcadia Woods Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Carys Lake Dam North Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Arcadia Woods Lake Dam, located in Richland, South Carolina, was completed in 1937 for the primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
This private dam stands at a height of 22 feet and spans a length of 400 feet, creating a lake with a storage capacity of 45.6 acre-feet. The dam is classified as an earth dam with a stone core and soil foundation, designed to withstand the flow of Jackson Creek.
Despite its picturesque setting and recreational value, Arcadia Woods Lake Dam poses a high hazard potential and has been assessed as unsatisfactory in condition as of June 2018. The dam is under the jurisdiction of the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) and undergoes regular inspections. With its critical role in water resource management and potential risks associated with its condition, efforts to ensure the safety and integrity of Arcadia Woods Lake Dam are paramount for the surrounding community and environment.
Year Completed |
1937 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
TR-JACKSON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Nid Storage |
45.6 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
22 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Gills Creek At Columbia
|
37cfs |
Smith Branch At North Main St At Columbia
|
3cfs |
Congaree River At Columbia
|
3140cfs |
Saluda River Near Columbia
|
907cfs |
Saluda River Below Lk Murray Dam Nr Columbia
|
775cfs |
Wateree River Nr. Camden
|
1570cfs |
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.
Arcadia Woods Lake Dam