Myrtle Beach Farms CO Dam
Key Takeaway
Myrtle Beach Farms CO Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 23.6% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 780 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 416 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 52 acres |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01021 |
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
GRAND STRAND WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Myrtle Beach Farms CO Dam?
Myrtle Beach Farms CO 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 Myrtle Beach Farms CO Dam?
Myrtle Beach Farms CO Dam is owned by GRAND STRAND WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Myrtle Beach Farms CO Dam built?
Myrtle Beach Farms CO Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Myrtle Beach Farms CO Dam?
Myrtle Beach Farms CO Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Myrtle Beach Farms CO Dam?
Myrtle Beach Farms CO 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 Myrtle Beach Farms CO Dam last inspected?
Myrtle Beach Farms CO Dam was last inspected on December 5, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.