Ralph J Mcclendon Dam
Key Takeaway
Ralph J Mcclendon Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 41.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02758 |
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
ADDY CLEN OXYGEN FARM LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ralph J Mcclendon Dam?
Ralph J Mcclendon 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 Ralph J Mcclendon Dam?
Ralph J Mcclendon Dam is owned by ADDY CLEN OXYGEN FARM LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ralph J Mcclendon Dam built?
Ralph J Mcclendon Dam was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Ralph J Mcclendon Dam?
Ralph J Mcclendon 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 Ralph J Mcclendon Dam?
Ralph J Mcclendon Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Ralph J Mcclendon Dam last inspected?
Ralph J Mcclendon Dam was last inspected on December 15, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.