Bolins Millpond Dam
Key Takeaway
Bolins Millpond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 8.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 192 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02116 |
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
REBECCA BOLIN MORGAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bolins Millpond Dam?
Bolins Millpond 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 Bolins Millpond Dam?
Bolins Millpond Dam is owned by REBECCA BOLIN MORGAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bolins Millpond Dam built?
Bolins Millpond Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Bolins Millpond Dam?
Bolins Millpond 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 Bolins Millpond Dam?
Bolins Millpond Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Bolins Millpond Dam last inspected?
Bolins Millpond Dam was last inspected on January 29, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.