Allen Slater Dam
Key Takeaway
Allen Slater Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 56.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02663 |
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
SLATER PROPERTIES INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Allen Slater Dam?
Allen Slater 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 Allen Slater Dam?
Allen Slater Dam is owned by SLATER PROPERTIES INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Allen Slater Dam built?
Allen Slater Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Allen Slater Dam?
Allen Slater Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Allen Slater Dam?
Allen Slater 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 Allen Slater Dam last inspected?
Allen Slater Dam was last inspected on May 25, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.