Betty Whitman Dunn Dam
Key Takeaway
Betty Whitman Dunn Dam is classified as unknown in South Carolina. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 37.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01639 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Betty Whitman Dunn Dam?
Betty Whitman Dunn 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 Betty Whitman Dunn Dam?
Betty Whitman Dunn Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Betty Whitman Dunn Dam built?
Betty Whitman Dunn Dam was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 Betty Whitman Dunn Dam?
Betty Whitman Dunn Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Betty Whitman Dunn Dam?
Betty Whitman Dunn Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Betty Whitman Dunn Dam last inspected?
Betty Whitman Dunn Dam was last inspected on January 11, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.