James and John Henderson Dam
Key Takeaway
James and John Henderson Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 37.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| NID ID | SC02555 |
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
KENDYL H JOINER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of James and John Henderson Dam?
James and John Henderson 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 James and John Henderson Dam?
James and John Henderson Dam is owned by KENDYL H JOINER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of James and John Henderson Dam?
James and John Henderson 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 and John Henderson Dam?
James and John Henderson Dam has a dam height of 18 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 and John Henderson Dam last inspected?
James and John Henderson Dam was last inspected on October 10, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.