Bagnal Builders Dam
Key Takeaway
Bagnal Builders Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 41.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00483 |
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
ERIC AND SHARON ZACOUR JOINT SURVIVORSHIP;ERIC ZACOUR
Private
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Low Hazard 20 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Bagnal Builders Dam?
Bagnal Builders 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 Bagnal Builders Dam?
Bagnal Builders Dam is owned by ERIC AND SHARON ZACOUR JOINT SURVIVORSHIP;ERIC ZACOUR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bagnal Builders Dam built?
Bagnal Builders Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Bagnal Builders Dam?
Bagnal Builders 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 Bagnal Builders Dam?
Bagnal Builders 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 Bagnal Builders Dam last inspected?
Bagnal Builders Dam was last inspected on March 27, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.