Jesse Fletcher Dam
Key Takeaway
Jesse Fletcher Dam is classified as significant hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 77.1% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02681 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
DONALD E RUNK IV AND HEATHER P HOWELL;JAMES T BALLENTINE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jesse Fletcher Dam?
Jesse Fletcher Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Jesse Fletcher Dam?
Jesse Fletcher Dam is owned by DONALD E RUNK IV AND HEATHER P HOWELL;JAMES T BALLENTINE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jesse Fletcher Dam built?
Jesse Fletcher Dam was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 Jesse Fletcher Dam?
Jesse Fletcher Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jesse Fletcher Dam?
Jesse Fletcher Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Jesse Fletcher Dam last inspected?
Jesse Fletcher Dam was last inspected on July 11, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.