Mccolumn W Fallow Dam
Key Takeaway
Mccolumn W Fallow Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 19.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00206 |
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
JERALYN K FALLAW
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mccolumn W Fallow Dam?
Mccolumn W Fallow 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 Mccolumn W Fallow Dam?
Mccolumn W Fallow Dam is owned by JERALYN K FALLAW (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mccolumn W Fallow Dam built?
Mccolumn W Fallow Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Mccolumn W Fallow Dam?
Mccolumn W Fallow 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 Mccolumn W Fallow Dam?
Mccolumn W Fallow Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Mccolumn W Fallow Dam last inspected?
Mccolumn W Fallow Dam was last inspected on April 5, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.