Bridlewood Lower Dam
Key Takeaway
Bridlewood Lower Dam is classified as significant hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 62.5% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01852 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CRAWFORD CAPITAL LLC;ESTATE OF GEORGE W GREGORY JR;JOHNNY LEE GOINS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bridlewood Lower Dam?
Bridlewood Lower Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bridlewood Lower Dam?
Bridlewood Lower Dam is owned by CRAWFORD CAPITAL LLC;ESTATE OF GEORGE W GREGORY JR;JOHNNY LEE GOINS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bridlewood Lower Dam built?
Bridlewood Lower Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Bridlewood Lower Dam?
Bridlewood Lower 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 Bridlewood Lower Dam?
Bridlewood Lower Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Bridlewood Lower Dam last inspected?
Bridlewood Lower Dam was last inspected on January 28, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.