Barbara Williams Dam
Key Takeaway
Barbara Williams Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 14.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| NID ID | SC02455 |
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
BEN DAVIS
Private
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High Hazard 13 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Barbara Williams Dam?
Barbara Williams 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 Barbara Williams Dam?
Barbara Williams Dam is owned by BEN DAVIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Barbara Williams Dam?
Barbara Williams 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 Williams Dam?
Barbara Williams Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Williams Dam last inspected?
Barbara Williams Dam was last inspected on July 18, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.