Privette Dam
Key Takeaway
Privette Dam is classified as significant hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 46.1% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02581 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
LINCOLN L PRIVETTE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Privette Dam?
Privette Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Privette Dam?
Privette Dam is owned by LINCOLN L PRIVETTE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Privette Dam built?
Privette Dam was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Privette Dam?
Privette Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Privette Dam?
Privette Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Privette Dam last inspected?
Privette Dam was last inspected on January 27, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.