Timkin Company Dam
Key Takeaway
Timkin Company Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 93.6% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00285 |
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
TIMKIN ROLLER BEARING CO
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Timkin Company Dam?
Timkin Company 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 Timkin Company Dam?
Timkin Company Dam is owned by TIMKIN ROLLER BEARING CO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Timkin Company Dam built?
Timkin Company Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Timkin Company Dam?
Timkin Company Dam 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 Timkin Company Dam?
Timkin Company Dam has a dam height of 42 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 Timkin Company Dam last inspected?
Timkin Company Dam was last inspected on September 5, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.