Camp Jackson Dam
Key Takeaway
Camp Jackson Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 3.2% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 181 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01546 |
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
ALLENDALE HAMPTON SOUTHERN BAPTIST ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Camp Jackson Dam?
Camp Jackson 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 Camp Jackson Dam?
Camp Jackson Dam is owned by ALLENDALE HAMPTON SOUTHERN BAPTIST ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Camp Jackson Dam built?
Camp Jackson Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Camp Jackson Dam?
Camp Jackson 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 Camp Jackson Dam?
Camp Jackson Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Camp Jackson Dam last inspected?
Camp Jackson Dam was last inspected on August 22, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.