Bob and Dorothy Sanders Dam
Key Takeaway
Bob and Dorothy Sanders Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 33.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| NID ID | SC02627 |
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
CONNIE HIERS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bob and Dorothy Sanders Dam?
Bob and Dorothy Sanders 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 Bob and Dorothy Sanders Dam?
Bob and Dorothy Sanders Dam is owned by CONNIE HIERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Bob and Dorothy Sanders Dam?
Bob and Dorothy Sanders 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 Bob and Dorothy Sanders Dam?
Bob and Dorothy Sanders Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Bob and Dorothy Sanders Dam last inspected?
Bob and Dorothy Sanders Dam was last inspected on August 21, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.