Whiteoak Con Center Dam
Key Takeaway
Whiteoak Con Center Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 77.1% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 488 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 435 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01211 |
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
SOUTH CAROLINA BAPTIST CONVENTION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Whiteoak Con Center Dam?
Whiteoak Con Center 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 Whiteoak Con Center Dam?
Whiteoak Con Center Dam is owned by SOUTH CAROLINA BAPTIST CONVENTION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Whiteoak Con Center Dam built?
Whiteoak Con Center Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Whiteoak Con Center Dam?
Whiteoak Con Center 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 Whiteoak Con Center Dam?
Whiteoak Con Center Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Whiteoak Con Center Dam last inspected?
Whiteoak Con Center Dam was last inspected on May 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.