Butterfield Plantation Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Gravel Hill Road Dam Catawba Pond No1
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Butterfield Plantation Dam, located in Allendale, South Carolina, serves as a vital recreational resource for water and climate enthusiasts in the area.
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Summary
Built in 1965, this earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and spans an impressive length of 838 feet. With a storage capacity of 105 acre-feet and a surface area of 13 acres, the dam provides a serene setting for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and picnicking along the TR-Brier Creek.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in 2017 marked it as unsatisfactory. Regular inspections are conducted by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure. As a privately owned dam, it falls under state jurisdiction and is subject to regulatory oversight, permitting, and enforcement to uphold public safety standards. While the dam currently poses no immediate risk, continued monitoring and maintenance are essential to prevent any potential hazards and contribute to the preservation of this recreational gem for future generations of water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
838 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BRIER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13 |
Nid Storage |
105 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Savannah R At Burtons Ferry Br Nr Millhaven
|
7320cfs |
Brier Creek At Millhaven
|
458cfs |
Coosawhatchie River Near Hampton
|
68cfs |
Beaverdam Creek Near Sardis
|
7cfs |
Salkehatchie River Near Miley
|
242cfs |
Savannah River Near Clyo
|
6820cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Butterfield Plantation Dam