Parris Bridge Road Dam
Key Takeaway
Parris Bridge Road Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. 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 | 21 ft (taller than 50.2% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| NID ID | SCD5040 |
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
STALLION ROAD INVESTMENTS LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Parris Bridge Road Dam?
Parris Bridge Road 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 Parris Bridge Road Dam?
Parris Bridge Road Dam is owned by STALLION ROAD INVESTMENTS LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Parris Bridge Road Dam?
Parris Bridge Road 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 Parris Bridge Road Dam?
Parris Bridge Road Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Parris Bridge Road Dam last inspected?
Parris Bridge Road Dam was last inspected on May 10, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.