Aiken State Park Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Baughmans Pond Dam Neeses Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Aiken State Park Dam, located in Aiken, South Carolina, is a state-owned earth dam that was completed in 1932 for recreational purposes.
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Summary
The dam, standing at a height of 12 feet and spanning a length of 2360 feet, controls the flow of the South Fork Edisto River and has a maximum storage capacity of 68 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is in poor condition as of the last assessment in 2017, with a very high risk rating.
Managed by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC), Aiken State Park Dam is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement to ensure public safety and environmental protection. The dam's controlled spillway type and poor condition highlight the need for regular maintenance and potential risk management measures to mitigate any safety concerns. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Aiken State Park Dam serves as a significant structure in the region's water management infrastructure, offering opportunities for recreational activities while also facing challenges in maintaining its structural integrity.
Year Completed |
1932 |
Dam Length |
2360 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SOUTH FORK EDISTO RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Nid Storage |
68 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
12 |
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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.
Aiken State Park Dam