Startex Mill Dam 1

TR-MAPLE CREEK· Spartanburg, South Carolina· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Startex Mill Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 78.9% in SC)
Max Storage720 acre-ft
Normal Storage520 acre-ft
Surface Area50 acres
NID IDSCD5003

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: June 7, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

R4 CORPORATION 

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Startex Mill Dam 1?

Startex Mill Dam 1 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 Startex Mill Dam 1?

Startex Mill Dam 1 is owned by R4 CORPORATION  (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Startex Mill Dam 1?

Startex Mill Dam 1 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Startex Mill Dam 1?

Startex Mill Dam 1 has a dam height of 30 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 Startex Mill Dam 1 last inspected?

Startex Mill Dam 1 was last inspected on June 7, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.