Rainsford/Martin Dam
Key Takeaway
Rainsford/Martin Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 70.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02667 |
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
RICKY K AND ANGELA T ANDERSON;SEAN A WIGHT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rainsford/Martin Dam?
Rainsford/Martin 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 Rainsford/Martin Dam?
Rainsford/Martin Dam is owned by RICKY K AND ANGELA T ANDERSON;SEAN A WIGHT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rainsford/Martin Dam built?
Rainsford/Martin Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Rainsford/Martin Dam?
Rainsford/Martin Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rainsford/Martin Dam?
Rainsford/Martin Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Rainsford/Martin Dam last inspected?
Rainsford/Martin Dam was last inspected on August 2, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.