Elizabeth Connelly Dam

TR-BEAVERDAM CREEK· Newberry, South Carolina· Built 1950· 19 ft tall
Unknown Irrigation Recreation Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Elizabeth Connelly Dam is classified as unknown in South Carolina. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 41.8% in SC)
Max Storage57 acre-ft
Normal Storage48 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Year Completed1950 (76 years old)
NID IDSC00119

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 6, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Elizabeth Connelly Dam?

Elizabeth Connelly Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Elizabeth Connelly Dam?

Elizabeth Connelly Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Elizabeth Connelly Dam built?

Elizabeth Connelly Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Elizabeth Connelly Dam?

Elizabeth Connelly Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Elizabeth Connelly Dam?

Elizabeth Connelly Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Elizabeth Connelly Dam last inspected?

Elizabeth Connelly Dam was last inspected on October 6, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.