Alverson Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Alverson Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 56.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 89 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02252 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CYTIVA US LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Alverson Pond Dam?
Alverson Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Alverson Pond Dam?
Alverson Pond Dam is owned by CYTIVA US LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Alverson Pond Dam built?
Alverson Pond Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Alverson Pond Dam?
Alverson 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 Alverson Pond Dam?
Alverson Pond Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Alverson Pond Dam last inspected?
Alverson Pond Dam was last inspected on November 5, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.