Kenneth Treadway Dam
Key Takeaway
Kenneth Treadway Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 59.6% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02024 |
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
KENNETH AND PAMELA TREADWAY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kenneth Treadway Dam?
Kenneth Treadway 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 Kenneth Treadway Dam?
Kenneth Treadway Dam is owned by KENNETH AND PAMELA TREADWAY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kenneth Treadway Dam built?
Kenneth Treadway Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Kenneth Treadway Dam?
Kenneth Treadway 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 Kenneth Treadway Dam?
Kenneth Treadway Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Kenneth Treadway Dam last inspected?
Kenneth Treadway Dam was last inspected on September 27, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.