Tenie Schlutter Dam
Key Takeaway
Tenie Schlutter Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 1.5% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| NID ID | SC00507 |
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
GORDON AND CYNTHIA ECKLEY;LONGVIEW FAMILY LIMITED PARTNERSHIP;WILLIAM J MCELVEEN
Private
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Significant Hazard 10 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Tenie Schlutter Dam?
Tenie Schlutter 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 Tenie Schlutter Dam?
Tenie Schlutter Dam is owned by GORDON AND CYNTHIA ECKLEY;LONGVIEW FAMILY LIMITED PARTNERSHIP;WILLIAM J MCELVEEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Tenie Schlutter Dam?
Tenie Schlutter 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 Tenie Schlutter Dam?
Tenie Schlutter Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Tenie Schlutter Dam last inspected?
Tenie Schlutter Dam was last inspected on November 8, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.