Marietta Jackson Dam
Key Takeaway
Marietta Jackson Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 74.2% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02645 |
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
TITAN FARMS LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Marietta Jackson Dam?
Marietta Jackson 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 Marietta Jackson Dam?
Marietta Jackson Dam is owned by TITAN FARMS LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Marietta Jackson Dam built?
Marietta Jackson Dam was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Marietta Jackson Dam?
Marietta Jackson Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Marietta Jackson Dam?
Marietta Jackson Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Marietta Jackson Dam last inspected?
Marietta Jackson Dam was last inspected on August 7, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.