Adams Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Adams Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 5.2% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 167 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 27 acres |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00057 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SOUTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Adams Pond Dam?
Adams Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Adams Pond Dam?
Adams Pond Dam is owned by SOUTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Adams Pond Dam built?
Adams Pond Dam was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Adams Pond Dam?
Adams Pond 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 Adams Pond Dam?
Adams Pond Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Adams Pond Dam last inspected?
Adams Pond Dam was last inspected on July 23, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.