D.O.E. Savannah River H Area Ash Basin
Key Takeaway
D.O.E. Savannah River H Area Ash Basin is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 19.3% in SC) |
| Dam Length | 3,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 98 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Max Discharge | 8,022 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | SC83404 |
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
DOE SAVANNAH RIVER
Federal Government
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Low Hazard 18 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of D.O.E. Savannah River H Area Ash Basin?
D.O.E. Savannah River H Area Ash Basin 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 D.O.E. Savannah River H Area Ash Basin?
D.O.E. Savannah River H Area Ash Basin is owned by DOE SAVANNAH RIVER (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was D.O.E. Savannah River H Area Ash Basin built?
D.O.E. Savannah River H Area Ash Basin was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 D.O.E. Savannah River H Area Ash Basin?
D.O.E. Savannah River H Area Ash Basin serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is D.O.E. Savannah River H Area Ash Basin?
D.O.E. Savannah River H Area Ash Basin has a dam height of 14 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 D.O.E. Savannah River H Area Ash Basin last inspected?
D.O.E. Savannah River H Area Ash Basin was last inspected on September 6, 1995. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.