Edisto Plt Bsn Dam
Key Takeaway
Edisto Plt Bsn Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 91% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 648 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 324 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01302 |
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
MELANIE B WILES;SMITH FAMILY REVOCABLE TRUST;SUSAN B HAUER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Edisto Plt Bsn Dam?
Edisto Plt Bsn 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 Edisto Plt Bsn Dam?
Edisto Plt Bsn Dam is owned by MELANIE B WILES;SMITH FAMILY REVOCABLE TRUST;SUSAN B HAUER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Edisto Plt Bsn Dam built?
Edisto Plt Bsn Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Edisto Plt Bsn Dam?
Edisto Plt Bsn Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Edisto Plt Bsn Dam?
Edisto Plt Bsn Dam has a dam height of 38 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 Edisto Plt Bsn Dam last inspected?
Edisto Plt Bsn Dam was last inspected on August 14, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.