Wood Valley Dam, also known as Carol Jantzen Dam, is a private earth dam located in Aiken, South Carolina.
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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 |
Savannah River At Augusta
|
6790cfs |
Augusta Canal Nr Augusta (Upper)
|
2080cfs |
Mctier Creek (Rd 209) Near Monetta
|
20cfs |
Butler Creek Below 7th Avenue
|
8cfs |
Spirit Creek At Us 1
|
11cfs |
Brier Creek Near Waynesboro
|
399cfs |