Kings Sunset Nursery Dam
Key Takeaway
Kings Sunset Nursery Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 74.2% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02765 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ROGER KING;TOMMY KING
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kings Sunset Nursery Dam?
Kings Sunset Nursery Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Kings Sunset Nursery Dam?
Kings Sunset Nursery Dam is owned by ROGER KING;TOMMY KING (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kings Sunset Nursery Dam built?
Kings Sunset Nursery Dam was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Kings Sunset Nursery Dam?
Kings Sunset Nursery 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 Kings Sunset Nursery Dam?
Kings Sunset Nursery Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Kings Sunset Nursery Dam last inspected?
Kings Sunset Nursery Dam was last inspected on September 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.