Dr Akhtar Hussain Dam
Key Takeaway
Dr Akhtar Hussain Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 81.4% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02801 |
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
VYACHESLAV CHOLAK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dr Akhtar Hussain Dam?
Dr Akhtar Hussain 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 Dr Akhtar Hussain Dam?
Dr Akhtar Hussain Dam is owned by VYACHESLAV CHOLAK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dr Akhtar Hussain Dam built?
Dr Akhtar Hussain Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Dr Akhtar Hussain Dam?
Dr Akhtar Hussain 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 Dr Akhtar Hussain Dam?
Dr Akhtar Hussain Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Dr Akhtar Hussain Dam last inspected?
Dr Akhtar Hussain Dam was last inspected on June 27, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.