Bobby Gressette Dam
Key Takeaway
Bobby Gressette Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 19.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01568 |
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
GRESSETTE-RICKENBACKER FAMILY LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bobby Gressette Dam?
Bobby Gressette 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 Bobby Gressette Dam?
Bobby Gressette Dam is owned by GRESSETTE-RICKENBACKER FAMILY LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bobby Gressette Dam built?
Bobby Gressette Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Bobby Gressette Dam?
Bobby Gressette 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 Bobby Gressette Dam?
Bobby Gressette Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Bobby Gressette Dam last inspected?
Bobby Gressette Dam was last inspected on September 12, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.