Henry Jacobs Dam
Key Takeaway
Henry Jacobs Dam is classified as significant hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 62.5% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02192 |
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
GERD AND GERHARD FAULSTICH;HENRY D JACOBS JR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Henry Jacobs Dam?
Henry Jacobs 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 Henry Jacobs Dam?
Henry Jacobs Dam is owned by GERD AND GERHARD FAULSTICH;HENRY D JACOBS JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Henry Jacobs Dam built?
Henry Jacobs Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Henry Jacobs Dam?
Henry Jacobs 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 Henry Jacobs Dam?
Henry Jacobs Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Henry Jacobs Dam last inspected?
Henry Jacobs Dam was last inspected on May 10, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.