Emerg Stor Basin Dam
Key Takeaway
Emerg Stor Basin Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 83.4% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02796 |
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
RENEWABLE WATER RESOURCES
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Emerg Stor Basin Dam?
Emerg Stor Basin 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 Emerg Stor Basin Dam?
Emerg Stor Basin Dam is owned by RENEWABLE WATER RESOURCES (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Emerg Stor Basin Dam built?
Emerg Stor Basin Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Emerg Stor Basin Dam?
Emerg Stor Basin Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Emerg Stor Basin Dam?
Emerg Stor Basin Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Emerg Stor Basin Dam last inspected?
Emerg Stor Basin Dam was last inspected on May 15, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.