Huttos Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Herndons Pond Dam Bunch Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Huttos Lake Dam in South Carolina, built in 1953, serves as a recreational site along the TR-FOUR HOLE SWAMP river.
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Summary
This private dam, with a height of 10 feet and a length of 475 feet, provides a storage capacity of 210 acre-feet for water-based activities. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in 2017 was deemed poor, highlighting the need for maintenance and potential upgrades to ensure its long-term stability.
Managed by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, Huttos Lake Dam is subject to state regulations and inspections to guarantee its safety and compliance with environmental standards. The dam's primary purpose for recreation attracts water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy the surrounding area's natural beauty and water-based activities. While the dam's risk assessment is moderate, ongoing risk management measures are essential to address any potential hazards and ensure the safety of both the dam and the surrounding community.
With a moderate risk level and a history of poor condition assessment, Huttos Lake Dam presents an opportunity for proactive maintenance and risk management strategies. As a recreational hotspot in Dorchester, South Carolina, the dam's importance extends beyond its functional role in water storage to its contribution to the local ecosystem and outdoor recreation opportunities. By staying vigilant in monitoring its condition and implementing necessary improvements, Huttos Lake Dam can continue to provide a safe and enjoyable environment for water enthusiasts and visitors for years to come.
Year Completed |
1953 |
Dam Length |
475 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
TR-FOUR HOLE SWAMP |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
50 |
Nid Storage |
210 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
10 |
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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.
Huttos Lake Dam