Barkers Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Barkers Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 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 | 18 ft (taller than 37.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 107 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01539 |
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
ELMA L CONNELLY ET AL TRUSTEES OF R E CONNOLLY FAMILY TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Barkers Pond Dam?
Barkers 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 Barkers Pond Dam?
Barkers Pond Dam is owned by ELMA L CONNELLY ET AL TRUSTEES OF R E CONNOLLY FAMILY TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Barkers Pond Dam built?
Barkers Pond Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Barkers Pond Dam?
Barkers 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 Barkers Pond Dam?
Barkers Pond Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Barkers Pond Dam last inspected?
Barkers Pond Dam was last inspected on February 23, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.