Montebello Sd Existing Dam

TR-LANGSTON CREEK· Greenville, South Carolina· Built 1999· 20 ft tall
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Montebello Sd Existing Dam is classified as significant hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 46.1% in SC)
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Normal Storage45 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Year Completed1999 (27 years old)
NID IDSC02773

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: September 2, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

MONTEBELLO HOMEOWNERS ASSOC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Montebello Sd Existing Dam?

Montebello Sd Existing Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Montebello Sd Existing Dam?

Montebello Sd Existing Dam is owned by MONTEBELLO HOMEOWNERS ASSOC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Montebello Sd Existing Dam built?

Montebello Sd Existing Dam was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Montebello Sd Existing Dam?

Montebello Sd Existing Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Montebello Sd Existing Dam?

Montebello Sd Existing 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 Montebello Sd Existing Dam last inspected?

Montebello Sd Existing Dam was last inspected on September 2, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.