Inman Mills Riverdale Dam
Key Takeaway
Inman Mills Riverdale Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 11% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| NID ID | SC02487 |
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
RIVERDALE DEVELOPMENT VENTURE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Inman Mills Riverdale Dam?
Inman Mills Riverdale 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 Inman Mills Riverdale Dam?
Inman Mills Riverdale Dam is owned by RIVERDALE DEVELOPMENT VENTURE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Inman Mills Riverdale Dam?
Inman Mills Riverdale Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Inman Mills Riverdale Dam?
Inman Mills Riverdale Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Inman Mills Riverdale Dam last inspected?
Inman Mills Riverdale Dam was last inspected on June 26, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.