Joe Ben Hunter Dam
Key Takeaway
Joe Ben Hunter Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 67% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 137 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 101 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02021 |
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
JOE BEN HUNTER III
Private
Nearby Dams
Anderson Dam
Laurens, SC
Low Hazard 34 ftIngraham Pond Dam
Laurens, SC
Low Hazard 33 ftHunter-Williams Dam
Laurens, SC
Low Hazard 34 ftJ B Hunter Dam
Laurens, SC
Low Hazard 25 ftMartha J Beckham Dam
Laurens, SC
Low Hazard 19 ftBeaverdam-Warrior Creek WCD Dam 4
Laurens, SC
Significant Hazard 38 ftBlakely Dam
Laurens, SC
Low Hazard 26 ftNabors Dam
Laurens, SC
Low Hazard 22 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Joe Ben Hunter Dam?
Joe Ben Hunter 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 Joe Ben Hunter Dam?
Joe Ben Hunter Dam is owned by JOE BEN HUNTER III (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Joe Ben Hunter Dam built?
Joe Ben Hunter Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Joe Ben Hunter Dam?
Joe Ben Hunter 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 Joe Ben Hunter Dam?
Joe Ben Hunter Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Joe Ben Hunter Dam last inspected?
Joe Ben Hunter Dam was last inspected on September 20, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.