Shirley and Fred Specht Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Shirley and Fred Specht Dam 1 is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 46.1% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01351 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
FRED A SPECHT JR AND SHIRLEY A SPECHT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Shirley and Fred Specht Dam 1?
Shirley and Fred Specht Dam 1 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Shirley and Fred Specht Dam 1?
Shirley and Fred Specht Dam 1 is owned by FRED A SPECHT JR AND SHIRLEY A SPECHT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shirley and Fred Specht Dam 1 built?
Shirley and Fred Specht Dam 1 was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Shirley and Fred Specht Dam 1?
Shirley and Fred Specht Dam 1 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 Shirley and Fred Specht Dam 1?
Shirley and Fred Specht Dam 1 has a dam height of 20 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 Shirley and Fred Specht Dam 1 last inspected?
Shirley and Fred Specht Dam 1 was last inspected on April 25, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.