Robert Stuck Dam 1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 16, 2025

Robert Stuck Dam 1, located in York, South Carolina, was completed in 1991 and serves as a private earth dam on Turkey Creek with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 35 feet and spanning a length of 390 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 20.1 acre-feet and a surface area of 1 acre. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is currently in poor condition according to a 2017 assessment.

Managed by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), Robert Stuck Dam 1 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and is associated with no other structures. In case of emergencies, the dam lacks an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and updated contact information.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the maintenance and safety of dams like Robert Stuck Dam 1 in South Carolina may find the dam's risk assessment, moderate hazard potential, and poor condition assessment concerning. With its location on Turkey Creek and the potential implications for recreation and water management in the area, ongoing monitoring and maintenance of the dam are crucial to ensure the safety and integrity of the surrounding communities and the environment.

Year Completed

1991

Dam Length

390

Dam Height

35

River Or Stream

TR-TURKEY CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

1

Nid Storage

20.1

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

35
       
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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.