Nederhof Forestry Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Nederhof Forestry Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 52.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 127 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 89 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| NID ID | SCD5004 |
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
SC FORESTRY COMMISSION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Nederhof Forestry Dam 1?
Nederhof Forestry Dam 1 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 Nederhof Forestry Dam 1?
Nederhof Forestry Dam 1 is owned by SC FORESTRY COMMISSION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Nederhof Forestry Dam 1?
Nederhof Forestry Dam 1 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Nederhof Forestry Dam 1?
Nederhof Forestry Dam 1 has a dam height of 22 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 Nederhof Forestry Dam 1 last inspected?
Nederhof Forestry Dam 1 was last inspected on November 14, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.