Kershaw City Res Dam
Key Takeaway
Kershaw City Res Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 41.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01345 |
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
TOWN OF KERSHAW
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Kershaw City Res Dam?
Kershaw City Res 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 Kershaw City Res Dam?
Kershaw City Res Dam is owned by TOWN OF KERSHAW (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kershaw City Res Dam built?
Kershaw City Res Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Kershaw City Res Dam?
Kershaw City Res Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kershaw City Res Dam?
Kershaw City Res Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Kershaw City Res Dam last inspected?
Kershaw City Res Dam was last inspected on October 18, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.