Wood-Berry Dam
Key Takeaway
Wood-Berry Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 19.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00204 |
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
SHIRLEY FAMILY REVOCABLE LIVING TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wood-Berry Dam?
Wood-Berry 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 Wood-Berry Dam?
Wood-Berry Dam is owned by SHIRLEY FAMILY REVOCABLE LIVING TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wood-Berry Dam built?
Wood-Berry Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Wood-Berry Dam?
Wood-Berry 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 Wood-Berry Dam?
Wood-Berry Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Wood-Berry Dam last inspected?
Wood-Berry Dam was last inspected on April 10, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.