Blackmons Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Blackmons Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 74.2% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 161 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 101 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02038 |
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
THOMAS AND CHARLES BLACKMON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Blackmons Pond Dam?
Blackmons 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 Blackmons Pond Dam?
Blackmons Pond Dam is owned by THOMAS AND CHARLES BLACKMON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Blackmons Pond Dam built?
Blackmons Pond Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Blackmons Pond Dam?
Blackmons 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 Blackmons Pond Dam?
Blackmons Pond Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Blackmons Pond Dam last inspected?
Blackmons Pond Dam was last inspected on September 29, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.