Hickory Hollow Farm Dam
Key Takeaway
Hickory Hollow Farm 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 | 66 ft (taller than 98.5% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 705 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 530 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00749 |
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
PBB LP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hickory Hollow Farm Dam?
Hickory Hollow Farm 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 Hickory Hollow Farm Dam?
Hickory Hollow Farm Dam is owned by PBB LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hickory Hollow Farm Dam built?
Hickory Hollow Farm 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 Hickory Hollow Farm Dam?
Hickory Hollow Farm 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 Hickory Hollow Farm Dam?
Hickory Hollow Farm Dam has a dam height of 66 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 Hickory Hollow Farm Dam last inspected?
Hickory Hollow Farm Dam was last inspected on June 7, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.