Eugene And Michele Miller Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 6, 2025
The Eugene and Michele Miller Dam, located in Orangeburg, South Carolina, was completed in 1930 and stands at a height of 15 feet with a length of 745 feet.
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Summary
This earth dam, primarily used for recreation, has a storage capacity of 216 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 28 acres along the Snake Swamp river or stream. Despite its fair condition assessment and high hazard potential, the dam is regularly inspected by the state regulatory agency, SC DHEC, ensuring its safe operation.
Owned privately, the Eugene and Michele Miller Dam is a significant structure for water resource and climate enthusiasts due to its historical significance and recreational value. The dam's location in South Carolina's Orangeburg County offers a unique opportunity for outdoor activities and wildlife observation in the surrounding area. With its buttress core type and state jurisdiction, the dam plays a crucial role in water management and flood control in the region.
As a key feature in the Savannah District's landscape, the Eugene and Michele Miller Dam serves as a reminder of the importance of proper dam maintenance and management. Its association with the Snake Swamp river and high hazard potential highlights the need for ongoing risk assessment and emergency preparedness measures to ensure the safety of nearby communities and the environment. This dam stands as a testament to the intersection of water resource management, climate resilience, and recreational opportunities in South Carolina.
Year Completed |
1930 |
Dam Length |
745 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
SNAKE SWAMP |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
28 |
Nid Storage |
216 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
Eugene And Michele Miller Dam