Columbia Airport Dam
Key Takeaway
Columbia Airport Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 1.5% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02498 |
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
RICHLAND-LEXINGTON AIRPORT DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Columbia Airport Dam?
Columbia Airport 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 Columbia Airport Dam?
Columbia Airport Dam is owned by RICHLAND-LEXINGTON AIRPORT DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Columbia Airport Dam built?
Columbia Airport Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Columbia Airport Dam?
Columbia Airport 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 Columbia Airport Dam?
Columbia Airport Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Columbia Airport Dam last inspected?
Columbia Airport Dam was last inspected on April 13, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.