Robert Wright Dam
Key Takeaway
Robert Wright Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 33.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 157 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01695 |
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
ALJENN LLC;NANCY MCNAIR LACEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Robert Wright Dam?
Robert Wright 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 Robert Wright Dam?
Robert Wright Dam is owned by ALJENN LLC;NANCY MCNAIR LACEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Robert Wright Dam built?
Robert Wright Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Robert Wright Dam?
Robert Wright 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 Robert Wright Dam?
Robert Wright Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Robert Wright Dam last inspected?
Robert Wright Dam was last inspected on August 23, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.