Cheryl Templeton Dam
Key Takeaway
Cheryl Templeton Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 41.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00202 |
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
SUZETTE SCATURO AND JOHN CUBELIC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cheryl Templeton Dam?
Cheryl Templeton 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 Cheryl Templeton Dam?
Cheryl Templeton Dam is owned by SUZETTE SCATURO AND JOHN CUBELIC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cheryl Templeton Dam built?
Cheryl Templeton Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Cheryl Templeton Dam?
Cheryl Templeton 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 Cheryl Templeton Dam?
Cheryl Templeton Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Cheryl Templeton Dam last inspected?
Cheryl Templeton Dam was last inspected on April 4, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.