Longleaf Plantation Dam
Key Takeaway
Longleaf Plantation Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 19 ft (taller than 41.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 218 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 155 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00300 |
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
LONGLEAF PLANTATION INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Longleaf Plantation Dam?
Longleaf Plantation 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 Longleaf Plantation Dam?
Longleaf Plantation Dam is owned by LONGLEAF PLANTATION INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Longleaf Plantation Dam built?
Longleaf Plantation Dam was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Longleaf Plantation Dam?
Longleaf Plantation 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 Longleaf Plantation Dam?
Longleaf Plantation 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 Longleaf Plantation Dam last inspected?
Longleaf Plantation Dam was last inspected on October 12, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.