Sweetwater INC Dam
Key Takeaway
Sweetwater INC Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 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 | 35 ft (taller than 87.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 122 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02251 |
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
SWEETWATER INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sweetwater INC Dam?
Sweetwater INC Dam 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 Sweetwater INC Dam?
Sweetwater INC Dam is owned by SWEETWATER INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sweetwater INC Dam built?
Sweetwater INC Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Sweetwater INC Dam?
Sweetwater INC 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 Sweetwater INC Dam?
Sweetwater INC Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Sweetwater INC Dam last inspected?
Sweetwater INC Dam was last inspected on October 4, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.