William Greene Dam
Key Takeaway
William Greene Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 67% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02733 |
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
GLORIA GREENE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of William Greene Dam?
William Greene 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 William Greene Dam?
William Greene Dam is owned by GLORIA GREENE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was William Greene Dam built?
William Greene 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 William Greene Dam?
William Greene Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is William Greene Dam?
William Greene Dam has a dam height of 26 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 William Greene Dam last inspected?
William Greene Dam was last inspected on October 11, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.