Lake Ashley Dam
South Carolina — Chester County — BEAR BRANCH
Location
| State | South Carolina |
| County | Chester |
| River | BEAR BRANCH |
| Coordinates | 34.66400, -81.26620 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 28 ft |
| Dam Height | 28 ft |
| Dam Length | — |
| NID Storage | 850 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 850 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 58 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | January 31, 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | 2 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1945 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | — |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | LAKE ASHLEY LANDOWNERS ASSOCIATION |
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.