Carl B Setzler Dam
Key Takeaway
Carl B Setzler Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 74.2% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02682 |
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
THE CARL AND ELIZABETH SETZLER LIMITED FAMILY PARTNERSHIP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Carl B Setzler Dam?
Carl B Setzler 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 Carl B Setzler Dam?
Carl B Setzler Dam is owned by THE CARL AND ELIZABETH SETZLER LIMITED FAMILY PARTNERSHIP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carl B Setzler Dam built?
Carl B Setzler Dam was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 Carl B Setzler Dam?
Carl B Setzler Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Carl B Setzler Dam?
Carl B Setzler Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Carl B Setzler Dam last inspected?
Carl B Setzler Dam was last inspected on October 5, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.