Carisbrooke Subdivision Dam
Key Takeaway
Carisbrooke Subdivision Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 81.4% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 98 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01784 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CARISBROOKE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Carisbrooke Subdivision Dam?
Carisbrooke Subdivision Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Carisbrooke Subdivision Dam?
Carisbrooke Subdivision Dam is owned by CARISBROOKE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carisbrooke Subdivision Dam built?
Carisbrooke Subdivision Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Carisbrooke Subdivision Dam?
Carisbrooke Subdivision Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Carisbrooke Subdivision Dam?
Carisbrooke Subdivision Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Carisbrooke Subdivision Dam last inspected?
Carisbrooke Subdivision Dam was last inspected on July 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.