Catawba Reservoir No 2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 15, 2025

Located in Lancaster, South Carolina, Catawba Reservoir No 2 is a state-regulated dam with a storage capacity of 3,940 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 3,450 acre-feet.


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Summary

The dam has a height of 100 feet and a surface area of 89.4 acres. Despite being classified as low hazard potential, the dam has not been rated for its condition and last underwent an emergency action plan review in May 2011.

Owned by a not-listed entity and managed by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (SC DHEC), Catawba Reservoir No 2 serves as a critical water resource in the region. With state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place, the dam ensures the safety and regulation of water flow in the area. While the dam's primary purpose and design details are not specified, its role in water storage and management is evident.

Catawba Reservoir No 2, part of the Wilmington District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, stands as a key infrastructure for water resource management in the region. Although lacking detailed information on its construction, operation, and modification history, the dam plays a crucial role in flood control, water storage, and environmental protection. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find interest in studying the impact and significance of Catawba Reservoir No 2 on the local ecosystem and water supply.

Dam Height

100

Surface Area

89.4

Nid Storage

3940

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

100
       
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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.
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