Todd F Williams Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Located in Orangeburg, South Carolina, the Todd F Williams Dam stands as a testament to engineering excellence and a hub for recreational activities.
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Summary
Completed in 1958, this private Earth dam spans 530 feet in length and reaches a height of 20 feet, with a primary purpose of providing recreational opportunities for locals and visitors alike. The dam is situated on the TR-WILLOW SWAMP river/stream and is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, ensuring its safety and compliance with state regulations.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in 2017 revealed poor structural integrity, prompting the need for ongoing maintenance and monitoring. With a normal storage capacity of 51 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 124 acre-feet, the Todd F Williams Dam offers a surface area of 8 acres for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy. While the dam has an uncontrolled spillway and lacks outlet gates, it remains a popular destination for fishing, boating, and other water-based activities in the area.
In the midst of the serene Willow Swamp landscape, the Todd F Williams Dam serves as a vital water resource and recreational hotspot in South Carolina. Its moderate risk assessment underscores the importance of regular inspections and risk management measures to ensure the safety of those who frequent its waters. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the resilience and upkeep of dams like Todd F Williams are crucial for both environmental sustainability and community well-being.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
530 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WILLOW SWAMP |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Nid Storage |
124 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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.
Todd F Williams Dam