Stephen Orr Dam
Key Takeaway
Stephen Orr Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 67% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02605 |
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
STEPHEN ANDREW ORR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Stephen Orr Dam?
Stephen Orr 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 Stephen Orr Dam?
Stephen Orr Dam is owned by STEPHEN ANDREW ORR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stephen Orr Dam built?
Stephen Orr Dam was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Stephen Orr Dam?
Stephen Orr Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Stephen Orr Dam?
Stephen Orr Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Stephen Orr Dam last inspected?
Stephen Orr Dam was last inspected on September 27, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.