Aiken Reservoir Dam
Aiken Reservoir Dam is a dam located in Aiken County, South Carolina, built in 1983. It carries a Significant hazard potential classification and has a fair condition assessment.
About Aiken Reservoir Dam
The primary purpose of Aiken Reservoir Dam is water supply. The dam stores water for municipal, industrial, or agricultural use, helping ensure a reliable supply for the surrounding area. The dam is owned by City Of Aiken (local government). It impounds the Mason Branch.
The dam stands 45 feet tall, creates a reservoir covering 87 acres, and has a maximum storage capacity of 1,969 acre-feet. Completed in 1983, the structure is 43 years old.
This dam has a significant hazard potential classification, meaning that a failure could cause significant economic damage — flooding roads, bridges, or property downstream — but is not expected to result in loss of life. Its condition is rated fair — the dam has minor deficiencies that are being addressed or do not pose an immediate safety threat. An emergency action plan is in place for this dam. The most recent inspection on record was 10/30/2023.
At 45 feet, this dam is taller than 91% of dams nationwide.
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Location
| State | South Carolina |
| County | Aiken |
| River/Stream | Mason Branch |
| Coordinates | 33.68260, -81.72470 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 45 ft |
| Dam Height | 45 ft |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 1,969 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,969 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1,254 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 87 acres |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Water Supply |
| Owner | CITY OF AIKEN |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Hazard Classification | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| Last Inspection | 10/30/2023 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Yes |
Identifiers
| NID ID | SCD04070 |
| Federal ID | SCD04070 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |