John De La Howe Dam
Key Takeaway
John De La Howe Dam is classified as unknown in South Carolina. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 74.2% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02534 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of John De La Howe Dam?
John De La Howe Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates John De La Howe Dam?
John De La Howe Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was John De La Howe Dam built?
John De La Howe Dam was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 John De La Howe Dam?
John De La Howe 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 John De La Howe Dam?
John De La Howe Dam has a dam height of 28 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 John De La Howe Dam last inspected?
John De La Howe Dam was last inspected on September 25, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.