A M Tuck Dam
Key Takeaway
A M Tuck Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 87.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 288 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 224 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01229 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
APPLE TUCK FARM INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of A M Tuck Dam?
A M Tuck Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates A M Tuck Dam?
A M Tuck Dam is owned by APPLE TUCK FARM INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was A M Tuck Dam built?
A M Tuck Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of A M Tuck Dam?
A M Tuck Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is A M Tuck Dam?
A M Tuck Dam has a dam height of 35 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was A M Tuck Dam last inspected?
A M Tuck Dam was last inspected on October 3, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.