Town and Country Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Town and Country Dam 1 is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 | 23 ft (taller than 56.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 241 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 118 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01238 |
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
GATEWOOD PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Town and Country Dam 1?
Town and Country Dam 1 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 Town and Country Dam 1?
Town and Country Dam 1 is owned by GATEWOOD PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Town and Country Dam 1 built?
Town and Country Dam 1 was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Town and Country Dam 1?
Town and Country Dam 1 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 Town and Country Dam 1?
Town and Country Dam 1 has a dam height of 23 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 Town and Country Dam 1 last inspected?
Town and Country Dam 1 was last inspected on December 13, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.