Margaret Meyer Dam
Key Takeaway
Margaret Meyer Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 14.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 461 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 48 acres |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01025 |
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
SC DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
State Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Margaret Meyer Dam?
Margaret Meyer 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 Margaret Meyer Dam?
Margaret Meyer Dam is owned by SC DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Margaret Meyer Dam built?
Margaret Meyer Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Margaret Meyer Dam?
Margaret Meyer 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 Margaret Meyer Dam?
Margaret Meyer Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Margaret Meyer Dam last inspected?
Margaret Meyer Dam was last inspected on December 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.