Benjamin Satcher Dam
Key Takeaway
Benjamin Satcher 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 | 20 ft (taller than 46.1% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00210 |
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
SATCHER PROPERTIES LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Benjamin Satcher Dam?
Benjamin Satcher 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 Benjamin Satcher Dam?
Benjamin Satcher Dam is owned by SATCHER PROPERTIES LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Benjamin Satcher Dam built?
Benjamin Satcher 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 Benjamin Satcher Dam?
Benjamin Satcher 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 Benjamin Satcher Dam?
Benjamin Satcher Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Benjamin Satcher Dam last inspected?
Benjamin Satcher Dam was last inspected on April 12, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.