Loblolly Timberlands Dam
Key Takeaway
Loblolly Timberlands Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 83.4% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 387 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 272 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 44 acres |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01217 |
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
FAIRFIELD COUNTY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Loblolly Timberlands Dam?
Loblolly Timberlands 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 Loblolly Timberlands Dam?
Loblolly Timberlands Dam is owned by FAIRFIELD COUNTY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Loblolly Timberlands Dam built?
Loblolly Timberlands Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Loblolly Timberlands Dam?
Loblolly Timberlands 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 Loblolly Timberlands Dam?
Loblolly Timberlands Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Loblolly Timberlands Dam last inspected?
Loblolly Timberlands Dam was last inspected on May 6, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.