Dennon Jones Upper Dam
Key Takeaway
Dennon Jones Upper Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 41.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02032 |
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
MOUNTVILLE PROPERTIES LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dennon Jones Upper Dam?
Dennon Jones Upper 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 Dennon Jones Upper Dam?
Dennon Jones Upper Dam is owned by MOUNTVILLE PROPERTIES LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dennon Jones Upper Dam built?
Dennon Jones Upper Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Dennon Jones Upper Dam?
Dennon Jones Upper 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 Dennon Jones Upper Dam?
Dennon Jones Upper Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Dennon Jones Upper Dam last inspected?
Dennon Jones Upper Dam was last inspected on September 28, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.