E Hamer Smith Dam
Key Takeaway
E Hamer Smith Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 33.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00653 |
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
HUBBARD W MCDONALD JR TRUSTEE OF THE JOYCE M HAMER TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of E Hamer Smith Dam?
E Hamer Smith 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 E Hamer Smith Dam?
E Hamer Smith Dam is owned by HUBBARD W MCDONALD JR TRUSTEE OF THE JOYCE M HAMER TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was E Hamer Smith Dam built?
E Hamer Smith Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 E Hamer Smith Dam?
E Hamer Smith 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 E Hamer Smith Dam?
E Hamer Smith Dam has a dam height of 17 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 E Hamer Smith Dam last inspected?
E Hamer Smith Dam was last inspected on November 7, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.