Honker Dam
Key Takeaway
Honker Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 50.2% in SC) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 215 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 122 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 632 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01896 |
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
US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Honker Dam?
Honker 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 Honker Dam?
Honker Dam is owned by US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Honker Dam built?
Honker Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Honker Dam?
Honker 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 Honker Dam?
Honker Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Honker Dam last inspected?
Honker Dam was last inspected on September 14, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.