Martha J Beckham Dam
Key Takeaway
Martha J Beckham Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 41.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02020 |
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
MAURICE AND MARTHA JEAN BECKHAM
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Martha J Beckham Dam?
Martha J Beckham 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 Martha J Beckham Dam?
Martha J Beckham Dam is owned by MAURICE AND MARTHA JEAN BECKHAM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Martha J Beckham Dam built?
Martha J Beckham Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Martha J Beckham Dam?
Martha J Beckham 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 Martha J Beckham Dam?
Martha J Beckham 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 Martha J Beckham Dam last inspected?
Martha J Beckham Dam was last inspected on September 19, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.