Anthonys Pond Dam

TR-NORTH FORK TWELVEMILE CREEK· Pickens, South Carolina· Built 1969· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Anthonys Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 62.5% in SC)
Max Storage24 acre-ft
Normal Storage18 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Year Completed1969 (57 years old)
NID IDSC01385

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 12, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

BRIAN A AND ANDREA D CABE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Anthonys Pond Dam?

Anthonys Pond 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 Anthonys Pond Dam?

Anthonys Pond Dam is owned by BRIAN A AND ANDREA D CABE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Anthonys Pond Dam built?

Anthonys Pond Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Anthonys Pond Dam?

Anthonys 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 Anthonys Pond Dam?

Anthonys Pond Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Anthonys Pond Dam last inspected?

Anthonys Pond Dam was last inspected on June 12, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.