Comm of Pub Works Dam

ROCKY CREEK OFFSTREAM· Greenwood, South Carolina· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Comm of Pub Works Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 74.2% in SC)
Max Storage36 acre-ft
Normal Storage30 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
NID IDSC02367

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 3, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

CITY OF GREENWOOD

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Comm of Pub Works Dam?

Comm of Pub Works 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 Comm of Pub Works Dam?

Comm of Pub Works Dam is owned by CITY OF GREENWOOD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Comm of Pub Works Dam?

Comm of Pub Works 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 Comm of Pub Works Dam?

Comm of Pub Works 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 Comm of Pub Works Dam last inspected?

Comm of Pub Works Dam was last inspected on October 3, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.