Jlwannamaker Dam 2
Key Takeaway
Jlwannamaker Dam 2 is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 78.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01588 |
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
JOHN K WANNAMAKER II
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jlwannamaker Dam 2?
Jlwannamaker Dam 2 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 Jlwannamaker Dam 2?
Jlwannamaker Dam 2 is owned by JOHN K WANNAMAKER II (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jlwannamaker Dam 2 built?
Jlwannamaker Dam 2 was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Jlwannamaker Dam 2?
Jlwannamaker Dam 2 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 Jlwannamaker Dam 2?
Jlwannamaker Dam 2 has a dam height of 30 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 Jlwannamaker Dam 2 last inspected?
Jlwannamaker Dam 2 was last inspected on March 14, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.