Mount Vintage Irrigation Dam
Key Takeaway
Mount Vintage Irrigation Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 95.1% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 450 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 263 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02777 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MOUNT VINTAGE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mount Vintage Irrigation Dam?
Mount Vintage Irrigation Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Mount Vintage Irrigation Dam?
Mount Vintage Irrigation Dam is owned by MOUNT VINTAGE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mount Vintage Irrigation Dam built?
Mount Vintage Irrigation 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 Mount Vintage Irrigation Dam?
Mount Vintage Irrigation Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mount Vintage Irrigation Dam?
Mount Vintage Irrigation Dam has a dam height of 45 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 Mount Vintage Irrigation Dam last inspected?
Mount Vintage Irrigation Dam was last inspected on July 7, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.