Kilgus Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Kilgus Dam, located in Orangeburg, South Carolina, is a private earth dam primarily used for recreational purposes.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 15 feet and stretching 335 feet in length, the dam has a storage capacity of 66 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 8 acres. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is rated as poor, indicating a need for maintenance and improvements.
The dam on the TR-ROBERTS SWAMP river/stream is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) and undergoes regular inspections. While its risk assessment is moderate, with a rating of 3, the dam has not been modified in recent years and lacks certain emergency preparedness measures, such as an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and updated inundation maps. With the last inspection conducted in July 2017, there is a call for increased attention to the maintenance and safety of Kilgus Dam to ensure its continued functionality and protection of surrounding areas from potential risks.
Owned by a private entity, Kilgus Dam serves as a popular spot for recreational activities in the region, attracting visitors for fishing, boating, and other outdoor pursuits. As climate change continues to impact water resources and infrastructure, the importance of maintaining and improving dams like Kilgus for both recreational and safety purposes becomes increasingly evident. With proper management and investment in necessary upgrades, Kilgus Dam can continue to provide valuable benefits to the community while mitigating risks associated with its condition and potential hazards.
Dam Length |
335 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-ROBERTS SWAMP |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Nid Storage |
66 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
Kilgus Dam
Bobcat Landing Road , 29003