Cherokee Sportsmens Dam
Key Takeaway
Cherokee Sportsmens Dam is classified as significant hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 74.2% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02219 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
VSL RETREAT & PAVILION LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cherokee Sportsmens Dam?
Cherokee Sportsmens Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Cherokee Sportsmens Dam?
Cherokee Sportsmens Dam is owned by VSL RETREAT & PAVILION LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cherokee Sportsmens Dam built?
Cherokee Sportsmens Dam was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Cherokee Sportsmens Dam?
Cherokee Sportsmens 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 Cherokee Sportsmens Dam?
Cherokee Sportsmens 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 Cherokee Sportsmens Dam last inspected?
Cherokee Sportsmens Dam was last inspected on August 1, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.