Rh Anderson Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Huttos Pond Dam Jones Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Located in Aiken, South Carolina, the Rh Anderson Dam, also known as Raymond H Anderson Dam, was completed in 1935 and serves as a recreational water resource for the local community.
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Summary
This private earth dam stands at a height of 17 feet and spans a length of 420 feet, with a storage capacity of 203 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Rocky Springs Creek and is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control.
Despite its low hazard potential, the Rh Anderson Dam is currently rated as being in poor condition, with a very high risk assessment score of 1. The last inspection in August 2017 revealed its poor condition, highlighting the need for maintenance and improvement measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure. While the dam primarily serves recreational purposes, its critical role in water resource management underscores the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to mitigate potential risks associated with its operation. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Rh Anderson Dam stands as a historic landmark that requires attention and investment to safeguard its long-term functionality and safety.
Year Completed |
1935 |
Dam Length |
420 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
ROCKY SPRINGS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10.9 |
Nid Storage |
203 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
17 |
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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.
Rh Anderson Dam