Atkinson Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Atkinson Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 14.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01934 |
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
THOMAS T FERGUSON JR AND PATRICIA G FERGUSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Atkinson Pond Dam?
Atkinson 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 Atkinson Pond Dam?
Atkinson Pond Dam is owned by THOMAS T FERGUSON JR AND PATRICIA G FERGUSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Atkinson Pond Dam built?
Atkinson 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 Atkinson Pond Dam?
Atkinson Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Atkinson Pond Dam?
Atkinson Pond Dam has a dam height of 13 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.