J A Moss Dam
Key Takeaway
J A Moss Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1875 and is 151 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 28.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 241 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Year Completed | 1875 (151 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00405 |
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
ELLEN L MOSS WESTFALL, ELLEN LEGARE WESTFALL, AND RICHARD O WESTFALL JR TRUSTEES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of J A Moss Dam?
J A Moss 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 J A Moss Dam?
J A Moss Dam is owned by ELLEN L MOSS WESTFALL, ELLEN LEGARE WESTFALL, AND RICHARD O WESTFALL JR TRUSTEES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was J A Moss Dam built?
J A Moss Dam was completed in 1875, making it 151 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 J A Moss Dam?
J A Moss 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 J A Moss Dam?
J A Moss Dam has a dam height of 16 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 J A Moss Dam last inspected?
J A Moss Dam was last inspected on July 28, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.