Abner Stockman Dam
Key Takeaway
Abner Stockman Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 41.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 132 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01226 |
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
STOCKMAN LANDS INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Abner Stockman Dam?
Abner Stockman 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 Abner Stockman Dam?
Abner Stockman Dam is owned by STOCKMAN LANDS INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Abner Stockman Dam built?
Abner Stockman Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Abner Stockman Dam?
Abner Stockman Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Abner Stockman Dam?
Abner Stockman Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Abner Stockman Dam last inspected?
Abner Stockman Dam was last inspected on October 5, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.