Dukes Dam
Key Takeaway
Dukes Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 28.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| NID ID | SC02432 |
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
JOHN WESLEY DUKES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dukes Dam?
Dukes 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 Dukes Dam?
Dukes Dam is owned by JOHN WESLEY DUKES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Dukes Dam?
Dukes 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 Dukes Dam?
Dukes Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Dukes Dam last inspected?
Dukes Dam was last inspected on July 19, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.