John E Keith Dam 2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

John E Keith Dam 2, located in Spartanburg, South Carolina, is a privately owned structure that serves multiple purposes, including recreation and water management.


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Summary

Completed in 1993, this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and spans 255 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 114 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the Lancaster Branch river, within the jurisdiction of the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC), which regulates and inspects its operations to ensure public safety.

Despite its low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, John E Keith Dam 2 is subject to regular inspections every five years to maintain its structural integrity. The dam's emergency action plan status and risk assessment measures are currently unspecified, highlighting the need for continued monitoring and preparedness. With its recreational and water resource management functions, this dam plays a crucial role in the local community and underscores the importance of sustainable infrastructure development in the face of climate change challenges. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can find valuable insights in studying the design, management, and regulatory aspects of John E Keith Dam 2 as a case study in dam safety and environmental stewardship.

Year Completed

1993

Dam Length

255

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

LANCASTER BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

9

Nid Storage

114

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

25
       
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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.