John J Lewis Dam
Key Takeaway
John J Lewis Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1915 and is 111 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 19.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Year Completed | 1915 (111 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00368 |
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
STEPHEN T PARKER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of John J Lewis Dam?
John J Lewis 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 John J Lewis Dam?
John J Lewis Dam is owned by STEPHEN T PARKER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was John J Lewis Dam built?
John J Lewis Dam was completed in 1915, making it 111 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 J Lewis Dam?
John J Lewis 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 J Lewis Dam?
John J Lewis Dam has a dam height of 14 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 J Lewis Dam last inspected?
John J Lewis Dam was last inspected on December 19, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.