Frances Coker Dam
Key Takeaway
Frances Coker Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1850 and is 176 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 3.2% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Year Completed | 1850 (176 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00723 |
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
CORINE WELCH;GEORGE AND FRANCES H GREEN
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Frances Coker Dam?
Frances Coker 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 Frances Coker Dam?
Frances Coker Dam is owned by CORINE WELCH;GEORGE AND FRANCES H GREEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Frances Coker Dam built?
Frances Coker Dam was completed in 1850, making it 176 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 Frances Coker Dam?
Frances Coker 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 Frances Coker Dam?
Frances Coker Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Frances Coker Dam last inspected?
Frances Coker Dam was last inspected on October 30, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.