Fairfield Freeboard Dike
South Carolina — Fairfield County — Frees Creek, Broad River
Location
| State | South Carolina |
| County | Fairfield |
| River | Frees Creek, Broad River |
| Coordinates | 34.30087, -81.28985 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 8 ft |
| Dam Height | 8 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| NID Storage | 400,000 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 400,000 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6,650 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | October 20, 2021 |
| Inspection Frequency | 1 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1977 |
| Primary Purpose | Hydroelectric |
| Dam Type | Rockfill |
| Owner Type | Public Utility |
| Owner | South Carolina Electric and Gas Company |
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.