Alice S Gaskin Dam
Key Takeaway
Alice S Gaskin Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1942 and is 84 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 37.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Year Completed | 1942 (84 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00357 |
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
ALICE S GASKIN AND GLENN LEROY GASKIN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Alice S Gaskin Dam?
Alice S Gaskin 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 Alice S Gaskin Dam?
Alice S Gaskin Dam is owned by ALICE S GASKIN AND GLENN LEROY GASKIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Alice S Gaskin Dam built?
Alice S Gaskin Dam was completed in 1942, making it 84 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 Alice S Gaskin Dam?
Alice S Gaskin 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 Alice S Gaskin Dam?
Alice S Gaskin Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Alice S Gaskin Dam last inspected?
Alice S Gaskin Dam was last inspected on August 10, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.