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Malcolm B Rawls Dam, located in Aiken, South Carolina, was completed in 1952 and serves primarily for recreational purposes. This earth dam stands at a height of 21 feet and spans 425 feet in length, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 123 acre-feet. The dam overlooks Giddy Swamp Creek and is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC).
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is rated as poor, with the last inspection conducted in July 2017. The risk assessment for Malcolm B Rawls Dam is classified as moderate, indicating potential vulnerabilities that may require further risk management measures. The dam is currently under private ownership and is not under the jurisdiction of any federal agency. With its scenic location and recreational opportunities, this dam provides a valuable water resource for the local community while highlighting the importance of monitoring and maintaining dam safety in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year_Completed | 1952 |
Dam_Height | 21 |
River_Or_Stream | GIDDY SWAMP CREEK |
Dam_Length | 425 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Surface_Area | 10 |
Nid_Storage | 123 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Foundations | Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid_Height | 21 |
BRIER CREEK AT MILLHAVEN | 415cfs |
BRIER CREEK NEAR WAYNESBORO | 301cfs |
SOUTH FORK EDISTO RIVER NEAR BAMBERG | 679cfs |
SALKEHATCHIE RIVER NEAR MILEY | 180cfs |
SOUTH FORK EDISTO RIVER NEAR DENMARK | 711cfs |
BEAVERDAM CREEK NEAR SARDIS | 189cfs |
SAVANNAH R AT BURTONS FERRY BR NR MILLHAVEN | 6910cfs |