Southern Nurseries Dam
Key Takeaway
Southern Nurseries Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 62.5% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02322 |
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
PAVILO LAND HOLDINGS LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Southern Nurseries Dam?
Southern Nurseries 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 Southern Nurseries Dam?
Southern Nurseries Dam is owned by PAVILO LAND HOLDINGS LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Southern Nurseries Dam built?
Southern Nurseries Dam was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Southern Nurseries Dam?
Southern Nurseries Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Southern Nurseries Dam?
Southern Nurseries Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Southern Nurseries Dam last inspected?
Southern Nurseries Dam was last inspected on July 31, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.