Ivanhoe Plantation Dam
Key Takeaway
Ivanhoe Plantation Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 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 | 13 ft (taller than 14.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 199 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 29 acres |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01545 |
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
GROTON LAND COMPANY INC;IVANHOE PLANTATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ivanhoe Plantation Dam?
Ivanhoe Plantation 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 Ivanhoe Plantation Dam?
Ivanhoe Plantation Dam is owned by GROTON LAND COMPANY INC;IVANHOE PLANTATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ivanhoe Plantation Dam built?
Ivanhoe Plantation Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Ivanhoe Plantation Dam?
Ivanhoe 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 Ivanhoe Plantation Dam?
Ivanhoe Plantation Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Ivanhoe Plantation Dam last inspected?
Ivanhoe Plantation Dam was last inspected on October 25, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.