Carolina Eastman Dam, located in Calhoun, South Carolina, was completed in 1974 and serves as a vital structure in managing water resources in the region.
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Owned privately, this earth-type dam stands at a height of 16 feet with a length of 535 feet, providing a storage capacity of 360 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is listed as "Other," indicating its versatility in water management functions.
Maintained by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, Carolina Eastman Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state authorities, ensuring its safe and effective operation. With a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, the dam poses moderate risks that are continuously monitored and managed through risk assessment measures. The dam's emergency action plan status and inundation maps preparation are not specified, highlighting areas for potential improvement in emergency preparedness and response.
Despite its relatively low hazard potential, Carolina Eastman Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management along the Congaree River offstream. With its unique design features and moderate risk profile, this dam serves as a key piece of infrastructure in ensuring water security and safety for the surrounding communities in South Carolina.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
535 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
CONGAREE RIVER OFFSTREAM |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
45 |
Nid Storage |
360 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |
Gills Creek At Columbia
|
68cfs |
Congaree River At Columbia
|
2800cfs |
Saluda River Near Columbia
|
780cfs |
Smith Branch At North Main St At Columbia
|
9cfs |
Saluda River Below Lk Murray Dam Nr Columbia
|
601cfs |
Wateree R. Bl Eastover
|
2400cfs |