Gordon Kearse Dam
Key Takeaway
Gordon Kearse Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 37.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| NID ID | SC02652 |
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
GORDON KEARSE;SUSAN KEARSE CLAYTON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gordon Kearse Dam?
Gordon Kearse 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 Gordon Kearse Dam?
Gordon Kearse Dam is owned by GORDON KEARSE;SUSAN KEARSE CLAYTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Gordon Kearse Dam?
Gordon Kearse Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Gordon Kearse Dam?
Gordon Kearse Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Gordon Kearse Dam last inspected?
Gordon Kearse Dam was last inspected on November 15, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.