Walter Baxter Dam
Key Takeaway
Walter Baxter Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 37.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00983 |
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
TARBORO LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Walter Baxter Dam?
Walter Baxter 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 Walter Baxter Dam?
Walter Baxter Dam is owned by TARBORO LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Walter Baxter Dam built?
Walter Baxter Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Walter Baxter Dam?
Walter Baxter 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 Walter Baxter Dam?
Walter Baxter Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Walter Baxter Dam last inspected?
Walter Baxter Dam was last inspected on November 14, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.