Whitehall Dam 2 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Whitehall Dam 2, also known as Whitehall Upper Dam, is a privately owned structure located in Lexington, South Carolina, along the TR-KINLEY CREEK.
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Summary
Built in 1960, this earth dam stands at a height of 18 feet and spans 615 feet in length. Its primary purpose is for recreation, offering a storage capacity of 44.9 acre-feet and a surface area of 5.1 acres.
Managed by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC), Whitehall Dam 2 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state. Despite being categorized as having a high hazard potential, the dam is currently assessed to be in fair condition as of the last inspection in June 2020. With a regular inspection frequency of every two years, the dam's Emergency Action Plan (EAP) status and risk management measures are not clearly outlined in the available data.
As an integral part of the local water resource infrastructure, Whitehall Dam 2 serves as a significant recreational feature while also posing potential risks that necessitate ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and environment in the event of an emergency.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
615 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
TR-KINLEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.1 |
Nid Storage |
44.9 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
18 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Saluda River Below Lk Murray Dam Nr Columbia
|
790cfs |
Saluda River Near Columbia
|
907cfs |
Smith Branch At North Main St At Columbia
|
3cfs |
Congaree River At Columbia
|
3010cfs |
Gills Creek At Columbia
|
37cfs |
Broad River At Alston
|
1880cfs |
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.
Whitehall Dam 2