Canadys Station Ash Pond 2 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Sce&G Ash Pond Dam Kearse Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Canadys Station Ash Pond 2 in South Carolina is a public utility-owned structure that serves as an ash pond for coal combustion residuals.
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Summary
The dam, which is an earth type with a core of stone and a soil foundation, stands at a height of 24 feet and stretches 4200 feet in length. Completed in 1987, the pond has a storage capacity of 1407 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 95 acres.
Despite being classified as low hazard potential, the condition assessment of Canadys Station Ash Pond 2 is rated as fair. The last inspection in December 2017 indicated that the structure meets regulatory standards and is in satisfactory operational condition. With a very high risk assessment ranking, there is a need for continued monitoring and potentially implementing risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the dam and the surrounding environment. Climate and water resource enthusiasts may find interest in the details of this structure's design, purpose, and regulatory oversight.
Year Completed |
1987 |
Dam Length |
4200 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
EDISTO RIVER OFFSTREAM |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
95 |
Nid Storage |
1407 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
24 |
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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.
Canadys Station Ash Pond 2