Union-Lancster Wat Sup Dm
Key Takeaway
Union-Lancster Wat Sup Dm is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 65 ft (taller than 98.5% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 389 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 307 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02646 |
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
LANCASTER COUNTY WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Union-Lancster Wat Sup Dm?
Union-Lancster Wat Sup Dm 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 Union-Lancster Wat Sup Dm?
Union-Lancster Wat Sup Dm is owned by LANCASTER COUNTY WATER AND SEWER DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Union-Lancster Wat Sup Dm built?
Union-Lancster Wat Sup Dm was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Union-Lancster Wat Sup Dm?
Union-Lancster Wat Sup Dm serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Union-Lancster Wat Sup Dm?
Union-Lancster Wat Sup Dm has a dam height of 65 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 Union-Lancster Wat Sup Dm last inspected?
Union-Lancster Wat Sup Dm was last inspected on September 7, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.