J E Grant Dam

MECHANIC CREEK· Newberry, South Carolina· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

J E Grant Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 67% in SC)
Max Storage128 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
NID IDSCD5005

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 6, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

BAKER ENTERPRISES LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of J E Grant Dam?

J E Grant 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 E Grant Dam?

J E Grant Dam is owned by BAKER ENTERPRISES LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of J E Grant Dam?

J E Grant 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 E Grant Dam?

J E Grant Dam has a dam height of 26 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 E Grant Dam last inspected?

J E Grant Dam was last inspected on October 6, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.