Keowee River Club Dam
Key Takeaway
Keowee River Club Dam is classified as significant hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 63 ft (taller than 98.4% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Year Completed | 2001 (25 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02805 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
KEOWEE RIVER CLUB LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Keowee River Club Dam?
Keowee River Club Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Keowee River Club Dam?
Keowee River Club Dam is owned by KEOWEE RIVER CLUB LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Keowee River Club Dam built?
Keowee River Club Dam was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Keowee River Club Dam?
Keowee River Club Dam 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 Keowee River Club Dam?
Keowee River Club Dam has a dam height of 63 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 Keowee River Club Dam last inspected?
Keowee River Club Dam was last inspected on July 15, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.