Emmett Davis Dam
Key Takeaway
Emmett Davis Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 46.1% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 189 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01083 |
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
EDEN HALL LP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Emmett Davis Dam?
Emmett Davis 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 Emmett Davis Dam?
Emmett Davis Dam is owned by EDEN HALL LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Emmett Davis Dam built?
Emmett Davis Dam was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Emmett Davis Dam?
Emmett Davis 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 Emmett Davis Dam?
Emmett Davis Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Emmett Davis Dam last inspected?
Emmett Davis Dam was last inspected on September 26, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.