Louise Ervin Dam
Key Takeaway
Louise Ervin 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 | 9 ft (taller than 3.2% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 145 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00972 |
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
BETTY IRVIN ET AL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Louise Ervin Dam?
Louise Ervin 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 Louise Ervin Dam?
Louise Ervin Dam is owned by BETTY IRVIN ET AL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Louise Ervin Dam built?
Louise Ervin 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 Louise Ervin Dam?
Louise Ervin 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 Louise Ervin Dam?
Louise Ervin Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Louise Ervin Dam last inspected?
Louise Ervin Dam was last inspected on November 15, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.