R Joseph Richardson Dam
Key Takeaway
R Joseph Richardson Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 2009 and is 17 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 62.5% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Year Completed | 2009 (17 years old) |
| NID ID | SC03523 |
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
R JOSEPH RICHARDSON;R JOSEPH RICHARDSON TRUSTEE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of R Joseph Richardson Dam?
R Joseph Richardson 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 R Joseph Richardson Dam?
R Joseph Richardson Dam is owned by R JOSEPH RICHARDSON;R JOSEPH RICHARDSON TRUSTEE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was R Joseph Richardson Dam built?
R Joseph Richardson Dam was completed in 2009, making it 17 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 R Joseph Richardson Dam?
R Joseph Richardson Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is R Joseph Richardson Dam?
R Joseph Richardson 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 R Joseph Richardson Dam last inspected?
R Joseph Richardson Dam was last inspected on May 4, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.