Waylon Cato Dam
Waylon Cato Dam is a dam located in Berkeley County, South Carolina, built in 2000. It carries a Undetermined hazard potential classification and has a fair condition assessment.
About Waylon Cato Dam
The primary purpose of Waylon Cato Dam is fish and wildlife pond. The dam creates habitat for fish and wildlife, supporting local ecosystems and potentially serving conservation goals. It impounds the Tr-french Quarter Creek.
The dam stands 9 feet tall, creates a reservoir covering 40 acres, and has a maximum storage capacity of 488 acre-feet. Completed in 2000, the structure is 26 years old.
Its condition is rated fair — the dam has minor deficiencies that are being addressed or do not pose an immediate safety threat. The most recent inspection on record was 11/28/2017.
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Location
| State | South Carolina |
| County | Berkeley |
| River/Stream | Tr-french Quarter Creek |
| Coordinates | 33.03550, -79.84390 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 9 ft |
| Dam Height | 9 ft |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 488 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 488 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Fish and Wildlife Pond |
| Owner Type | Not Listed |
| Hazard Classification | Undetermined |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| Last Inspection | 11/28/2017 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | SCD04545 |
| Federal ID | SCD04545 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |