L Cornwell Dam
Key Takeaway
L Cornwell Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 74.2% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02206 |
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
EDWARD PAGE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of L Cornwell Dam?
L Cornwell 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 L Cornwell Dam?
L Cornwell Dam is owned by EDWARD PAGE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was L Cornwell Dam built?
L Cornwell Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 L Cornwell Dam?
L Cornwell 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 L Cornwell Dam?
L Cornwell 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 L Cornwell Dam last inspected?
L Cornwell Dam was last inspected on November 29, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.