David Earl Bates Dam
Key Takeaway
David Earl Bates Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 62.5% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 172 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00450 |
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
JONES FAMILY LIVING TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of David Earl Bates Dam?
David Earl Bates 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 David Earl Bates Dam?
David Earl Bates Dam is owned by JONES FAMILY LIVING TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was David Earl Bates Dam built?
David Earl Bates Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 David Earl Bates Dam?
David Earl Bates 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 David Earl Bates Dam?
David Earl Bates Dam has a dam height of 25 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 David Earl Bates Dam last inspected?
David Earl Bates Dam was last inspected on July 17, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.