Fox Haven Subdivision Dam
Key Takeaway
Fox Haven Subdivision Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 46.1% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| NID ID | SC03549 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF AIKEN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Fox Haven Subdivision Dam?
Fox Haven Subdivision Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Fox Haven Subdivision Dam?
Fox Haven Subdivision Dam is owned by CITY OF AIKEN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Fox Haven Subdivision Dam?
Fox Haven Subdivision Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fox Haven Subdivision Dam?
Fox Haven Subdivision 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 Fox Haven Subdivision Dam last inspected?
Fox Haven Subdivision Dam was last inspected on July 6, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.