Hover Plantation Dam
Key Takeaway
Hover Plantation Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 46.1% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01529 |
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
SC FORESTRY COMMISSION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hover Plantation Dam?
Hover Plantation 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 Hover Plantation Dam?
Hover Plantation Dam is owned by SC FORESTRY COMMISSION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hover Plantation Dam built?
Hover Plantation Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Hover Plantation Dam?
Hover Plantation 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 Hover Plantation Dam?
Hover Plantation Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Hover Plantation Dam last inspected?
Hover Plantation Dam was last inspected on November 14, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.