Carolina Eastman Dam
Key Takeaway
Carolina Eastman Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 28.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 360 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 270 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 45 acres |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01577 |
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
DAK AMERICAS LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Carolina Eastman Dam?
Carolina Eastman 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 Carolina Eastman Dam?
Carolina Eastman Dam is owned by DAK AMERICAS LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carolina Eastman Dam built?
Carolina Eastman Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Carolina Eastman Dam?
Carolina Eastman Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Carolina Eastman Dam?
Carolina Eastman Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Carolina Eastman Dam last inspected?
Carolina Eastman Dam was last inspected on March 23, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.