Gravel Hill Road Dam
Key Takeaway
Gravel Hill Road Dam is classified as significant hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 11% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 313 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 119 acre-ft |
| NID ID | SCD5024 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
GREGORY S AND ELIZABETH H GALAIDA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gravel Hill Road Dam?
Gravel Hill Road Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Gravel Hill Road Dam?
Gravel Hill Road Dam is owned by GREGORY S AND ELIZABETH H GALAIDA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Gravel Hill Road Dam?
Gravel Hill Road 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 Gravel Hill Road Dam?
Gravel Hill Road Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Gravel Hill Road Dam last inspected?
Gravel Hill Road Dam was last inspected on February 22, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.