William Lindenmyth Dam
Key Takeaway
William Lindenmyth Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 81.4% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00320 |
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
GOODSPRINGS MANAGER LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of William Lindenmyth Dam?
William Lindenmyth 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 Lindenmyth Dam?
William Lindenmyth Dam is owned by GOODSPRINGS MANAGER LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was William Lindenmyth Dam built?
William Lindenmyth Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Lindenmyth Dam?
William Lindenmyth 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 William Lindenmyth Dam?
William Lindenmyth Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Lindenmyth Dam last inspected?
William Lindenmyth Dam was last inspected on August 13, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.