Nine Times Dam
Key Takeaway
Nine Times Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 22 ft (taller than 52.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 161 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 127 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02503 |
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
DONALD J WORTH LIFE ESTATE;JOHN MINCEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Nine Times Dam?
Nine Times 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 Nine Times Dam?
Nine Times Dam is owned by DONALD J WORTH LIFE ESTATE;JOHN MINCEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nine Times Dam built?
Nine Times Dam was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Nine Times Dam?
Nine Times 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 Nine Times Dam?
Nine Times Dam 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 Nine Times Dam last inspected?
Nine Times Dam was last inspected on March 18, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.