Belton Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Belton Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 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 | 76 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02150 |
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
WILLIAM C AND FRANCES L FAULKNER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Belton Pond Dam?
Belton 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 Belton Pond Dam?
Belton Pond Dam is owned by WILLIAM C AND FRANCES L FAULKNER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Belton Pond Dam built?
Belton Pond Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Belton Pond Dam?
Belton 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 Belton Pond Dam?
Belton 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 Belton Pond Dam last inspected?
Belton Pond Dam was last inspected on November 29, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.