Jody Milhouse Dam
Key Takeaway
Jody Milhouse Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. 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 | 24 ft (taller than 59.6% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00431 |
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
MICHAEL T TILL AND BRIAN A PALMIERI
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jody Milhouse Dam?
Jody Milhouse 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 Jody Milhouse Dam?
Jody Milhouse Dam is owned by MICHAEL T TILL AND BRIAN A PALMIERI (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jody Milhouse Dam built?
Jody Milhouse Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Jody Milhouse Dam?
Jody Milhouse 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 Jody Milhouse Dam?
Jody Milhouse Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Jody Milhouse Dam last inspected?
Jody Milhouse Dam was last inspected on September 28, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.