Tr S Pacolet River Dam
Key Takeaway
Tr S Pacolet River Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 74.2% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02249 |
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
SPARTANBURG COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT 2
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Tr S Pacolet River Dam?
Tr S Pacolet River 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 Tr S Pacolet River Dam?
Tr S Pacolet River Dam is owned by SPARTANBURG COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT 2 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tr S Pacolet River Dam built?
Tr S Pacolet River Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Tr S Pacolet River Dam?
Tr S Pacolet River 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 Tr S Pacolet River Dam?
Tr S Pacolet River Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Tr S Pacolet River Dam last inspected?
Tr S Pacolet River Dam was last inspected on June 5, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.