Sloans Meadow Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Sloans Meadow Creek Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 33.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02258 |
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
INMAN STONE COMPANY INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sloans Meadow Creek Dam?
Sloans Meadow Creek 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 Sloans Meadow Creek Dam?
Sloans Meadow Creek Dam is owned by INMAN STONE COMPANY INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sloans Meadow Creek Dam built?
Sloans Meadow Creek Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Sloans Meadow Creek Dam?
Sloans Meadow Creek 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 Sloans Meadow Creek Dam?
Sloans Meadow Creek 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 Sloans Meadow Creek Dam last inspected?
Sloans Meadow Creek Dam was last inspected on May 22, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.