Mine Hills Dam
Key Takeaway
Mine Hills Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 46.1% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02704 |
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
WHITE OAK TIMBER FARMS LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mine Hills Dam?
Mine Hills 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 Mine Hills Dam?
Mine Hills Dam is owned by WHITE OAK TIMBER FARMS LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mine Hills Dam built?
Mine Hills Dam was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 Mine Hills Dam?
Mine Hills Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mine Hills Dam?
Mine Hills Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Mine Hills Dam last inspected?
Mine Hills Dam was last inspected on April 20, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.