Barbara Kearson Dam

TR-SWEET LEAF SWAMP· Jasper, South Carolina· Built 1968· 7 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Barbara Kearson Dam is classified as unknown in South Carolina. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 7 ft (taller than 0.3% in SC)
Max Storage75 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Year Completed1968 (58 years old)
NID IDSC00991

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 27, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Barbara Kearson Dam?

Barbara Kearson Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Barbara Kearson Dam?

Barbara Kearson Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Barbara Kearson Dam built?

Barbara Kearson Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Barbara Kearson Dam?

Barbara Kearson 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 Barbara Kearson Dam?

Barbara Kearson Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Barbara Kearson Dam last inspected?

Barbara Kearson Dam was last inspected on November 27, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.