Beaverdam Creek WCD Dam 5
Key Takeaway
Beaverdam Creek WCD Dam 5 is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 89.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 853 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00526 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BEAVERDAM CREEK WATERSHED CONSERVATION DISTRICT;EDITH L HUNT BURRELL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Beaverdam Creek WCD Dam 5?
Beaverdam Creek WCD Dam 5 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Beaverdam Creek WCD Dam 5?
Beaverdam Creek WCD Dam 5 is owned by BEAVERDAM CREEK WATERSHED CONSERVATION DISTRICT;EDITH L HUNT BURRELL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Beaverdam Creek WCD Dam 5 built?
Beaverdam Creek WCD Dam 5 was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Beaverdam Creek WCD Dam 5?
Beaverdam Creek WCD Dam 5 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Beaverdam Creek WCD Dam 5?
Beaverdam Creek WCD Dam 5 has a dam height of 37 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 Beaverdam Creek WCD Dam 5 last inspected?
Beaverdam Creek WCD Dam 5 was last inspected on April 29, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.