Chester State Park Dam
South Carolina — Chester County — CARNEY FORK CREEK
Location
| State | South Carolina |
| County | Chester |
| River | CARNEY FORK CREEK |
| Coordinates | 34.67800, -81.24700 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 26 ft |
| Dam Height | 26 ft |
| Dam Length | — |
| NID Storage | 1,200 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 1,200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 120 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | March 22, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1936 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | — |
| Owner Type | State |
| Owner | SC DEPARTMENT OF PARKS RECREATION AND TOURISM |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.