Ripplelake Dr Dam
Key Takeaway
Ripplelake Dr Dam is classified as significant hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 77.1% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| NID ID | SCD5049 |
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
KEVIN J TEUTCH;SAMUEL ISAAC COVER;SEAN C OWINGS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ripplelake Dr Dam?
Ripplelake Dr 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 Ripplelake Dr Dam?
Ripplelake Dr Dam is owned by KEVIN J TEUTCH;SAMUEL ISAAC COVER;SEAN C OWINGS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Ripplelake Dr Dam?
Ripplelake Dr 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 Ripplelake Dr Dam?
Ripplelake Dr Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Ripplelake Dr Dam last inspected?
Ripplelake Dr Dam was last inspected on September 10, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.