Jw Crocker Dam

TR-PACOLET RIVER· Spartanburg, South Carolina· Built 1964· 35 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Jw Crocker Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 35 ft (taller than 87.9% in SC)
Max Storage70 acre-ft
Normal Storage48 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)
NID IDSC02191

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 6, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

HEATHER WINTERS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jw Crocker Dam?

Jw Crocker 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 Jw Crocker Dam?

Jw Crocker Dam is owned by HEATHER WINTERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Jw Crocker Dam built?

Jw Crocker Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Jw Crocker Dam?

Jw Crocker 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 Jw Crocker Dam?

Jw Crocker Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Jw Crocker Dam last inspected?

Jw Crocker Dam was last inspected on June 6, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.