Eugene Poole Dam
Key Takeaway
Eugene Poole Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 74.2% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 336 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 168 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 42 acres |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00733 |
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
GEORGE H HARDY lll
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Eugene Poole Dam?
Eugene Poole 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 Eugene Poole Dam?
Eugene Poole Dam is owned by GEORGE H HARDY lll (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Eugene Poole Dam built?
Eugene Poole Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Eugene Poole Dam?
Eugene Poole 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 Eugene Poole Dam?
Eugene Poole Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Eugene Poole Dam last inspected?
Eugene Poole Dam was last inspected on October 30, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.