Harold Campbell Dam
Key Takeaway
Harold Campbell Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 83.4% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02710 |
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
HAROLD K AND BRENDA G CAMPBELL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Harold Campbell Dam?
Harold Campbell 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 Harold Campbell Dam?
Harold Campbell Dam is owned by HAROLD K AND BRENDA G CAMPBELL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Harold Campbell Dam built?
Harold Campbell Dam was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Harold Campbell Dam?
Harold Campbell Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Harold Campbell Dam?
Harold Campbell Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Harold Campbell Dam last inspected?
Harold Campbell Dam was last inspected on September 7, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.