John Wilson Dam
Key Takeaway
John Wilson Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 67% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| NID ID | SC02841 |
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
JOHN E WILSON ETAL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of John Wilson Dam?
John Wilson 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 Wilson Dam?
John Wilson Dam is owned by JOHN E WILSON ETAL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of John Wilson Dam?
John Wilson 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 Wilson Dam?
John Wilson 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 John Wilson Dam last inspected?
John Wilson Dam was last inspected on December 15, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.