Danny Botts Dam
Key Takeaway
Danny Botts Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 56.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Year Completed | 2001 (25 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02810 |
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
DANNY E BOTTS
Private
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High Hazard 23 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Danny Botts Dam?
Danny Botts 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 Danny Botts Dam?
Danny Botts Dam is owned by DANNY E BOTTS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Danny Botts Dam built?
Danny Botts Dam was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Danny Botts Dam?
Danny Botts Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Danny Botts Dam?
Danny Botts Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Danny Botts Dam last inspected?
Danny Botts Dam was last inspected on October 4, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.