W B Manuel Dam
Key Takeaway
W B Manuel Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 | 15 ft (taller than 23.6% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| NID ID | SC02655 |
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
WILLIENE M RIZER AND EDWARD B BROWN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of W B Manuel Dam?
W B Manuel Dam 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 W B Manuel Dam?
W B Manuel Dam is owned by WILLIENE M RIZER AND EDWARD B BROWN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of W B Manuel Dam?
W B Manuel Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is W B Manuel Dam?
W B Manuel Dam has a dam height of 15 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 W B Manuel Dam last inspected?
W B Manuel Dam was last inspected on October 4, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.