Harbison Floodwtr Det Dam
Key Takeaway
Harbison Floodwtr Det Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. 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 | 17 ft (taller than 33.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 137 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02468 |
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
GEORGIA CAPITAL LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Harbison Floodwtr Det Dam?
Harbison Floodwtr Det 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 Harbison Floodwtr Det Dam?
Harbison Floodwtr Det Dam is owned by GEORGIA CAPITAL LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Harbison Floodwtr Det Dam built?
Harbison Floodwtr Det Dam was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Harbison Floodwtr Det Dam?
Harbison Floodwtr Det 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 Harbison Floodwtr Det Dam?
Harbison Floodwtr Det Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Harbison Floodwtr Det Dam last inspected?
Harbison Floodwtr Det Dam was last inspected on May 26, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.