Mary Shecut Dam
Key Takeaway
Mary Shecut Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 23.6% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 123 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00426 |
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
MARION SHECUT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mary Shecut Dam?
Mary Shecut 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 Mary Shecut Dam?
Mary Shecut Dam is owned by MARION SHECUT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mary Shecut Dam built?
Mary Shecut Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Mary Shecut Dam?
Mary Shecut 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 Mary Shecut Dam?
Mary Shecut Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Mary Shecut Dam last inspected?
Mary Shecut Dam was last inspected on August 24, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.