Nezzie W Nisbet Dam
Key Takeaway
Nezzie W Nisbet Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 87.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02384 |
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
RICHARD A ASHLEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Nezzie W Nisbet Dam?
Nezzie W Nisbet 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 Nezzie W Nisbet Dam?
Nezzie W Nisbet Dam is owned by RICHARD A ASHLEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nezzie W Nisbet Dam built?
Nezzie W Nisbet Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Nezzie W Nisbet Dam?
Nezzie W Nisbet Dam 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 Nezzie W Nisbet Dam?
Nezzie W Nisbet Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Nezzie W Nisbet Dam last inspected?
Nezzie W Nisbet Dam was last inspected on September 8, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.