David Gray Dam
Key Takeaway
David Gray Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 56.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02768 |
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
ROBERT LEE DONAHUE AND JOYCE ANN DONAHUE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of David Gray Dam?
David Gray 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 Gray Dam?
David Gray Dam is owned by ROBERT LEE DONAHUE AND JOYCE ANN DONAHUE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was David Gray Dam built?
David Gray Dam was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Gray Dam?
David Gray Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is David Gray Dam?
David Gray 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 David Gray Dam last inspected?
David Gray Dam was last inspected on May 24, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.