Currytowne Assoc Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Currytowne Assoc Dam 1 is classified as significant hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 78.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02319 |
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
CURRYTOWNE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Currytowne Assoc Dam 1?
Currytowne Assoc Dam 1 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 Currytowne Assoc Dam 1?
Currytowne Assoc Dam 1 is owned by CURRYTOWNE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Currytowne Assoc Dam 1 built?
Currytowne Assoc Dam 1 was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Currytowne Assoc Dam 1?
Currytowne Assoc Dam 1 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 Currytowne Assoc Dam 1?
Currytowne Assoc Dam 1 has a dam height of 30 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 Currytowne Assoc Dam 1 last inspected?
Currytowne Assoc Dam 1 was last inspected on January 5, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.