City of Greenwood Dam
Key Takeaway
City of Greenwood Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1939 and is 87 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 41.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 602 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 226 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Year Completed | 1939 (87 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01224 |
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
GREENWOOD COMMISSIONERS OF PUBLIC WORKS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of City of Greenwood Dam?
City of Greenwood 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 City of Greenwood Dam?
City of Greenwood Dam is owned by GREENWOOD COMMISSIONERS OF PUBLIC WORKS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was City of Greenwood Dam built?
City of Greenwood Dam was completed in 1939, making it 87 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 City of Greenwood Dam?
City of Greenwood 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 City of Greenwood Dam?
City of Greenwood 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 City of Greenwood Dam last inspected?
City of Greenwood Dam was last inspected on October 3, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.