Beaverdam Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mccoll Pond Dam Tom Norton Dam
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
Located in Dillon, South Carolina, Beaverdam Lake Dam is a private structure primarily used for fish and wildlife pond purposes.
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Summary
Built in 1994, this earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and spans 785 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 900 acre-feet. The dam, situated on Beaverdam Creek, also serves recreational purposes and covers a surface area of 85 acres.
While the dam has a low hazard potential, its condition assessment is rated as poor and it was last inspected in November 2017. Despite being state-regulated and inspected, the dam poses a moderate risk (level 3) according to the risk assessment. The dam lacks emergency action plans and inundation maps, highlighting the need for improved risk management measures to ensure the safety of the surrounding area in case of a potential breach. With its close proximity to the community and environmental significance in supporting fish and wildlife, understanding and addressing the dam's condition and risks are crucial for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.
Year Completed |
1994 |
Dam Length |
785 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
BEAVERDAM CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
85 |
Nid Storage |
900 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Shoe Heel Creek Nr Laurinburg
|
64cfs |
Lumber River Near Maxton
|
273cfs |
Pee Dee River Nr Bennettsville
|
2400cfs |
Pee Dee River At Peedee
|
2890cfs |
Lumber River At Lumberton
|
442cfs |
Lumber River At Boardman
|
699cfs |
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.
Beaverdam Lake Dam