Herbert Risinger Dam
Key Takeaway
Herbert Risinger Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 19 ft (taller than 41.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 151 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 118 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00199 |
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
CHARLES R SHARPE;KATHY MICHELLE RALEY;WILLIAM BULLOCK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Herbert Risinger Dam?
Herbert Risinger 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 Herbert Risinger Dam?
Herbert Risinger Dam is owned by CHARLES R SHARPE;KATHY MICHELLE RALEY;WILLIAM BULLOCK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Herbert Risinger Dam built?
Herbert Risinger Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Herbert Risinger Dam?
Herbert Risinger 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 Herbert Risinger Dam?
Herbert Risinger Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Herbert Risinger Dam last inspected?
Herbert Risinger Dam was last inspected on April 24, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.