Summit Dam 1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Summit Dam 6 Lake Carolina Dam
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
Summit Dam 1, located in Richland, South Carolina, was completed in 1994 and stands at a height of 22 feet, with a length of 420 feet.
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Summary
This earth dam serves as a critical infrastructure for flood risk reduction along the TR-RICE CREEK, offering a storage capacity of 120 acre-feet. Despite its primary purpose being flood risk reduction, Summit Dam 1 also provides recreational opportunities, covering a surface area of 6 acres.
Managed by a private entity, Summit Dam 1 is regulated by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC). The dam's condition assessment in 2019 rated it as "fair" with a high hazard potential. Regular inspections are conducted, with the last one taking place in January 2019. With a designated emergency action plan and a hazard potential of "high," Summit Dam 1 is prepared to respond to any unforeseen events that could impact the surrounding area.
Owned and operated privately, Summit Dam 1 plays a crucial role in managing flood risks while also offering recreational opportunities for the community. Its strategic location in Richland, South Carolina, ensures the protection of the local area from potential inundation. With a focus on safety and regulatory compliance, Summit Dam 1 continues to serve as a vital asset in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.
Year Completed |
1994 |
Dam Length |
420 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
TR-RICE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Nid Storage |
120 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
22 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Smith Branch At North Main St At Columbia
|
3cfs |
Gills Creek At Columbia
|
37cfs |
Wateree River Nr. Camden
|
1570cfs |
Congaree River At Columbia
|
3140cfs |
Saluda River Near Columbia
|
907cfs |
Saluda River Below Lk Murray Dam Nr Columbia
|
775cfs |
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.
Summit Dam 1