Westvaco Corporation Dam
Key Takeaway
Westvaco Corporation Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 3.2% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02737 |
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
WEYERHAEUSER COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Westvaco Corporation Dam?
Westvaco Corporation 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 Westvaco Corporation Dam?
Westvaco Corporation Dam is owned by WEYERHAEUSER COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Westvaco Corporation Dam built?
Westvaco Corporation Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Westvaco Corporation Dam?
Westvaco Corporation Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Westvaco Corporation Dam?
Westvaco Corporation Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Westvaco Corporation Dam last inspected?
Westvaco Corporation Dam was last inspected on November 28, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.