Berrys Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Berrys Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 62.5% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01243 |
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
JOHN FAYE BERRY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Berrys Pond Dam?
Berrys 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 Berrys Pond Dam?
Berrys Pond Dam is owned by JOHN FAYE BERRY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Berrys Pond Dam built?
Berrys Pond Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Berrys Pond Dam?
Berrys 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 Berrys Pond Dam?
Berrys Pond Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Berrys Pond Dam last inspected?
Berrys Pond Dam was last inspected on October 9, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.