Broad River Trace Dam
Key Takeaway
Broad River Trace Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 41 ft (taller than 93% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02769 |
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
HPI BROAD RIVER LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Broad River Trace Dam?
Broad River Trace 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 Broad River Trace Dam?
Broad River Trace Dam is owned by HPI BROAD RIVER LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Broad River Trace Dam built?
Broad River Trace Dam was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Broad River Trace Dam?
Broad River Trace Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Broad River Trace Dam?
Broad River Trace Dam has a dam height of 41 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 Broad River Trace Dam last inspected?
Broad River Trace Dam was last inspected on March 22, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.