Lofmar/Jordan Dam

TR-SHOAL CREEK· Union, South Carolina· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lofmar/Jordan Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 62.5% in SC)
Max Storage79 acre-ft
Normal Storage52 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
NID IDSC02625

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: September 21, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

TRI STAR LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lofmar/Jordan Dam?

Lofmar/Jordan 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 Lofmar/Jordan Dam?

Lofmar/Jordan Dam is owned by TRI STAR LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lofmar/Jordan Dam?

Lofmar/Jordan 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 Lofmar/Jordan Dam?

Lofmar/Jordan Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Lofmar/Jordan Dam last inspected?

Lofmar/Jordan Dam was last inspected on September 21, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.