Burkhorn Sanctuary Dam

TR-MOUNTAIN CREEK· Greenville, South Carolina· 19 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Burkhorn Sanctuary Dam is classified as unknown in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 41.8% in SC)
Max Storage53 acre-ft
NID IDSC01772

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 15, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Burkhorn Sanctuary Dam?

Burkhorn Sanctuary Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Burkhorn Sanctuary Dam?

Burkhorn Sanctuary Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Burkhorn Sanctuary Dam?

Burkhorn Sanctuary 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 Burkhorn Sanctuary Dam?

Burkhorn Sanctuary Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Burkhorn Sanctuary Dam last inspected?

Burkhorn Sanctuary Dam was last inspected on May 15, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.