Wayne Galloway Dam
Key Takeaway
Wayne Galloway Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 78.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02728 |
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
DORIS D GALLOWAY AND CHARLES W GALLOWAY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wayne Galloway Dam?
Wayne Galloway 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 Wayne Galloway Dam?
Wayne Galloway Dam is owned by DORIS D GALLOWAY AND CHARLES W GALLOWAY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wayne Galloway Dam built?
Wayne Galloway Dam was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Wayne Galloway Dam?
Wayne Galloway Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wayne Galloway Dam?
Wayne Galloway Dam 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 Wayne Galloway Dam last inspected?
Wayne Galloway Dam was last inspected on April 26, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.