George F Coleman Dam
Key Takeaway
George F Coleman Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 52.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02718 |
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
CREIGHTON B COLEMAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of George F Coleman Dam?
George F Coleman 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 George F Coleman Dam?
George F Coleman Dam is owned by CREIGHTON B COLEMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was George F Coleman Dam built?
George F Coleman 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 George F Coleman Dam?
George F Coleman Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is George F Coleman Dam?
George F Coleman Dam has a dam height of 22 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 George F Coleman Dam last inspected?
George F Coleman Dam was last inspected on April 30, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.