Tower Hill Plantation Dam
Key Takeaway
Tower Hill Plantation Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 37.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02699 |
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
RIDGEWOOD LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tower Hill Plantation Dam?
Tower Hill Plantation 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 Tower Hill Plantation Dam?
Tower Hill Plantation Dam is owned by RIDGEWOOD LIMITED PARTNERSHIP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tower Hill Plantation Dam built?
Tower Hill Plantation Dam was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 Tower Hill Plantation Dam?
Tower Hill Plantation 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 Tower Hill Plantation Dam?
Tower Hill Plantation Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Tower Hill Plantation Dam last inspected?
Tower Hill Plantation Dam was last inspected on December 7, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.