Helen Kirkley Dam
Key Takeaway
Helen Kirkley Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 67% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 137 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00654 |
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
LINDA AND MICHAEL KUHNEMANN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Helen Kirkley Dam?
Helen Kirkley 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 Helen Kirkley Dam?
Helen Kirkley Dam is owned by LINDA AND MICHAEL KUHNEMANN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Helen Kirkley Dam built?
Helen Kirkley Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Helen Kirkley Dam?
Helen Kirkley 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 Helen Kirkley Dam?
Helen Kirkley Dam has a dam height of 26 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.