Thomas W Sawyer Dam
Key Takeaway
Thomas W Sawyer Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 33.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00339 |
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
THOMAS W SAWYER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Thomas W Sawyer Dam?
Thomas W Sawyer 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 Thomas W Sawyer Dam?
Thomas W Sawyer Dam is owned by THOMAS W SAWYER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Thomas W Sawyer Dam built?
Thomas W Sawyer Dam was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Thomas W Sawyer Dam?
Thomas W Sawyer 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 Thomas W Sawyer Dam?
Thomas W Sawyer Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Thomas W Sawyer Dam last inspected?
Thomas W Sawyer Dam was last inspected on August 10, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.