Ferncliff Dam
Key Takeaway
Ferncliff Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 70.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02735 |
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
FERNCLIFF HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ferncliff Dam?
Ferncliff 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 Ferncliff Dam?
Ferncliff Dam is owned by FERNCLIFF HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ferncliff Dam built?
Ferncliff Dam was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Ferncliff Dam?
Ferncliff Dam serves the following purposes: Debris Control, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ferncliff Dam?
Ferncliff Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Ferncliff Dam last inspected?
Ferncliff Dam was last inspected on October 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.