Bishopville Dam
Key Takeaway
Bishopville Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 1.5% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| NID ID | SC00509 |
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
TOWN OF BISHOPVILLE
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Denny Pond Dam
Lee, SC
High Hazard 12 ftTenie Schlutter Dam
Lee, SC
Low Hazard 8 ftMary Lee Elmore Dam
Lee, SC
Low Hazard 10 ftCopeland Pond Dam
Lee, SC
Unknown 12 ftHarvey Shaw Dam
Lee, SC
Significant Hazard 10 ftC S Newson Dam
Lee, SC
Low Hazard 8 ftJohn C Smith Dam
Lee, SC
Low Hazard 11 ftFloyd Pond Dam
Lee, SC
Low Hazard 15 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Bishopville Dam?
Bishopville 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 Bishopville Dam?
Bishopville Dam is owned by TOWN OF BISHOPVILLE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Bishopville Dam?
Bishopville 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 Bishopville Dam?
Bishopville Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Bishopville Dam last inspected?
Bishopville Dam was last inspected on November 6, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.