Batson Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Batson Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 56.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 106 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01769 |
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
CAROL S BATSON AND ROBERT JACKSON BATSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Batson Pond Dam?
Batson 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 Batson Pond Dam?
Batson Pond Dam is owned by CAROL S BATSON AND ROBERT JACKSON BATSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Batson Pond Dam built?
Batson Pond Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Batson Pond Dam?
Batson 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 Batson Pond Dam?
Batson 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 Batson Pond Dam last inspected?
Batson Pond Dam was last inspected on July 28, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.