Richard Meek Dam
Key Takeaway
Richard Meek Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 86.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 11 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Year Completed | 1991 (35 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02615 |
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
RICHARD A AND PEATSA W MEEK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Richard Meek Dam?
Richard Meek 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 Richard Meek Dam?
Richard Meek Dam is owned by RICHARD A AND PEATSA W MEEK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Richard Meek Dam built?
Richard Meek Dam was completed in 1991, making it 35 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 Richard Meek Dam?
Richard Meek Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Richard Meek Dam?
Richard Meek Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Richard Meek Dam last inspected?
Richard Meek Dam was last inspected on August 22, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.