J Lanier Kennerly Dam
Key Takeaway
J Lanier Kennerly Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 46.1% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| NID ID | SC02444 |
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
SCOTT AND KELLER HARLEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of J Lanier Kennerly Dam?
J Lanier Kennerly 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 Lanier Kennerly Dam?
J Lanier Kennerly Dam is owned by SCOTT AND KELLER HARLEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of J Lanier Kennerly Dam?
J Lanier Kennerly 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 Lanier Kennerly Dam?
J Lanier Kennerly 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 J Lanier Kennerly Dam last inspected?
J Lanier Kennerly Dam was last inspected on July 20, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.