John Keenan Dam
Key Takeaway
John Keenan Dam is classified as significant hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 56.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02226 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
PATRICIA M AND ARNOLD S SHEDLOW
Private
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What is the hazard classification of John Keenan Dam?
John Keenan Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates John Keenan Dam?
John Keenan Dam is owned by PATRICIA M AND ARNOLD S SHEDLOW (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was John Keenan Dam built?
John Keenan Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Keenan Dam?
John Keenan 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 Keenan Dam?
John Keenan Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Keenan Dam last inspected?
John Keenan Dam was last inspected on February 11, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.