Walhalla Reservoir 3
Key Takeaway
Walhalla Reservoir 3 is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 78.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 302 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 270 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02425 |
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
TOWN OF WALHALLA
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Walhalla Reservoir 3?
Walhalla Reservoir 3 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 Walhalla Reservoir 3?
Walhalla Reservoir 3 is owned by TOWN OF WALHALLA (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Walhalla Reservoir 3 built?
Walhalla Reservoir 3 was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Walhalla Reservoir 3?
Walhalla Reservoir 3 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 Walhalla Reservoir 3?
Walhalla Reservoir 3 has a dam height of 30 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 Walhalla Reservoir 3 last inspected?
Walhalla Reservoir 3 was last inspected on April 26, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.