Bensons Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Bensons Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 67% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01567 |
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
RAY G WILKIE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bensons Pond Dam?
Bensons 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 Bensons Pond Dam?
Bensons Pond Dam is owned by RAY G WILKIE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bensons Pond Dam built?
Bensons 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 Bensons Pond Dam?
Bensons 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 Bensons Pond Dam?
Bensons Pond Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Bensons Pond Dam last inspected?
Bensons Pond Dam was last inspected on March 15, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.