Sandhill State Park Dam
Key Takeaway
Sandhill State Park Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 5.2% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02307 |
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
SOUTH CAROLINA FORESTRY COMMISSION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Sandhill State Park Dam?
Sandhill State Park 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 Sandhill State Park Dam?
Sandhill State Park Dam is owned by SOUTH CAROLINA FORESTRY COMMISSION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sandhill State Park Dam built?
Sandhill State Park Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Sandhill State Park Dam?
Sandhill State Park 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 Sandhill State Park Dam?
Sandhill State Park Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Sandhill State Park Dam last inspected?
Sandhill State Park Dam was last inspected on October 26, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.