James Albergotti Dam
Key Takeaway
James Albergotti Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. 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 | 15 ft (taller than 23.6% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| NID ID | SC02436 |
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
JAMES M ALBERGOTTI
Private
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What is the hazard classification of James Albergotti Dam?
James Albergotti 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 James Albergotti Dam?
James Albergotti Dam is owned by JAMES M ALBERGOTTI (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of James Albergotti Dam?
James Albergotti 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 James Albergotti Dam?
James Albergotti Dam has a dam height of 15 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 James Albergotti Dam last inspected?
James Albergotti Dam was last inspected on March 21, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.