Norma S Grice Dam

TR-CHINQUAPIN CREEK· Aiken, South Carolina· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Norma S Grice Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 62.5% in SC)
Max Storage80 acre-ft
Normal Storage64 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
NID IDSC02275

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 7, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

NORMA S GRICE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Norma S Grice Dam?

Norma S Grice 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 Norma S Grice Dam?

Norma S Grice Dam is owned by NORMA S GRICE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Norma S Grice Dam?

Norma S Grice 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 Norma S Grice Dam?

Norma S Grice Dam 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 Norma S Grice Dam last inspected?

Norma S Grice Dam was last inspected on August 7, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.