Jw Yonce and Sons Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Jw Yonce and Sons Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 52.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02604 |
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
JW YONCE & SONS FARMS INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jw Yonce and Sons Dam 1?
Jw Yonce and Sons Dam 1 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 Yonce and Sons Dam 1?
Jw Yonce and Sons Dam 1 is owned by JW YONCE & SONS FARMS INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jw Yonce and Sons Dam 1 built?
Jw Yonce and Sons Dam 1 was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 Yonce and Sons Dam 1?
Jw Yonce and Sons Dam 1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jw Yonce and Sons Dam 1?
Jw Yonce and Sons Dam 1 has a dam height of 22 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 Yonce and Sons Dam 1 last inspected?
Jw Yonce and Sons Dam 1 was last inspected on July 25, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.