Wood Valley Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Wood Valley Dam, also known as Carol Jantzen Dam, is a private earth dam located in Aiken, South Carolina.


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Summary

Completed in 1978, this dam stands at a height of 56 feet and has a length of 470 feet, with a primary purpose of recreation. Situated on the TR-TOWN CREEK, it offers a surface area of 7 acres and has a maximum storage capacity of 80 acre-feet.

Despite its low hazard potential, Wood Valley Dam has been assessed as being in poor condition as of August 2017. The dam is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) and undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in August 2017. With a normal storage capacity of 59 acre-feet, this dam serves as a recreational resource for the local community and visitors alike.

Wood Valley Dam not only provides recreational opportunities but also plays a role in water resource management in the region. Its location on TR-TOWN CREEK adds to the overall environmental and hydrological landscape of Aiken, South Carolina. Climate and water resource enthusiasts may find interest in the dam's design and construction details, as well as its historical significance since completion in the late 1970s.

Year Completed

1978

Dam Length

470

Dam Height

56

River Or Stream

TR-TOWN CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

7

Nid Storage

80

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

56
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.