David Snodgrass Dam
Key Takeaway
David Snodgrass Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 67% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02610 |
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
MARVIN AND DORIS WHEELER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of David Snodgrass Dam?
David Snodgrass 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 Snodgrass Dam?
David Snodgrass Dam is owned by MARVIN AND DORIS WHEELER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was David Snodgrass Dam built?
David Snodgrass Dam 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 David Snodgrass Dam?
David Snodgrass Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is David Snodgrass Dam?
David Snodgrass Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Snodgrass Dam last inspected?
David Snodgrass Dam was last inspected on August 2, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.