John Rainsford Jr Dam
Key Takeaway
John Rainsford Jr Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 62.5% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02742 |
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
J BRANNON AND SARA L ROWLAND
Private
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What is the hazard classification of John Rainsford Jr Dam?
John Rainsford Jr 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 Rainsford Jr Dam?
John Rainsford Jr Dam is owned by J BRANNON AND SARA L ROWLAND (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was John Rainsford Jr Dam built?
John Rainsford Jr Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Rainsford Jr Dam?
John Rainsford Jr Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is John Rainsford Jr Dam?
John Rainsford Jr Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Rainsford Jr Dam last inspected?
John Rainsford Jr Dam was last inspected on August 3, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.