Centex Homes Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 11, 2025

Centex Homes Dam, located in Richland, South Carolina, is a privately-owned earth dam primarily used for recreation.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 15.5 feet and with a length of 483 feet, this dam provides a storage capacity of 62 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 4.3 acres. The dam is situated on the TR-REEDER POINT BRANCH river or stream and falls under the regulatory jurisdiction of the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC).

Despite being assessed as having a fair condition in 2017, Centex Homes Dam poses a high hazard potential, prompting a biennial inspection frequency to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The dam's Emergency Action Plan (EAP) was last revised in June 2019, emphasizing the importance of preparedness and risk management measures. With no federal agency ownership or involvement, this dam remains under private ownership, highlighting the responsibility of the owner in maintaining its safety and regulatory compliance.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Centex Homes Dam serves as a vital recreational structure within the South Carolina landscape, showcasing the delicate balance between human enjoyment and environmental protection. As climate change continues to impact water resources and infrastructure, the maintenance and monitoring of dams like Centex Homes Dam play a crucial role in ensuring community safety and resilience in the face of changing weather patterns and hydrological conditions.

Dam Length

483

Dam Height

15.5

River Or Stream

TR-REEDER POINT BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4.3

Nid Storage

62

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

16
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.