Edward Groves Dam
Key Takeaway
Edward Groves Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 78.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02745 |
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
GROVES INVESTMENTS LP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Edward Groves Dam?
Edward Groves 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 Edward Groves Dam?
Edward Groves Dam is owned by GROVES INVESTMENTS LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Edward Groves Dam built?
Edward Groves Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Edward Groves Dam?
Edward Groves 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 Edward Groves Dam?
Edward Groves Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Edward Groves Dam last inspected?
Edward Groves Dam was last inspected on September 18, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.