Jocassee Ridge Reflections Dam
Key Takeaway
Jocassee Ridge Reflections Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. 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 | 41 ft (taller than 93% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 121 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| NID ID | SC02835 |
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
JOCASSEE RIDGE HOA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jocassee Ridge Reflections Dam?
Jocassee Ridge Reflections 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 Jocassee Ridge Reflections Dam?
Jocassee Ridge Reflections Dam is owned by JOCASSEE RIDGE HOA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Jocassee Ridge Reflections Dam?
Jocassee Ridge Reflections Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jocassee Ridge Reflections Dam?
Jocassee Ridge Reflections Dam has a dam height of 41 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 Jocassee Ridge Reflections Dam last inspected?
Jocassee Ridge Reflections Dam was last inspected on November 4, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.