Neal Shoals
Key Takeaway
Neal Shoals is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1905 and is 121 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 62.5% in SC) |
| Dam Length | 1,295 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 550 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,730 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1905 (121 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01058 |
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
South Carolina Electric and Gas Company
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Neal Shoals?
Neal Shoals 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 Neal Shoals?
Neal Shoals is owned by South Carolina Electric and Gas Company (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Neal Shoals built?
Neal Shoals was completed in 1905, making it 121 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 Neal Shoals?
Neal Shoals serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Neal Shoals?
Neal Shoals has a dam height of 25 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 Neal Shoals last inspected?
Neal Shoals was last inspected on December 1, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.