Wd Abercrombie Mine Dam
Key Takeaway
Wd Abercrombie Mine Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 89.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02491 |
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
LARRY E AND CATHY F WILLIAMS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wd Abercrombie Mine Dam?
Wd Abercrombie Mine 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 Wd Abercrombie Mine Dam?
Wd Abercrombie Mine Dam is owned by LARRY E AND CATHY F WILLIAMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wd Abercrombie Mine Dam built?
Wd Abercrombie Mine Dam was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Wd Abercrombie Mine Dam?
Wd Abercrombie Mine Dam 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 Wd Abercrombie Mine Dam?
Wd Abercrombie Mine Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Wd Abercrombie Mine Dam last inspected?
Wd Abercrombie Mine Dam was last inspected on September 26, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.