A M Withers Estate Dam
Key Takeaway
A M Withers Estate Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 56.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01228 |
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
JOYCE W ALEXANDER AND SPEARS ALEXANDER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of A M Withers Estate Dam?
A M Withers Estate 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 Withers Estate Dam?
A M Withers Estate Dam is owned by JOYCE W ALEXANDER AND SPEARS ALEXANDER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was A M Withers Estate Dam built?
A M Withers Estate Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Withers Estate Dam?
A M Withers Estate 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 Withers Estate Dam?
A M Withers Estate Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Withers Estate Dam last inspected?
A M Withers Estate Dam was last inspected on October 5, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.