Bolins Pond
Key Takeaway
Bolins Pond is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 56.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 132 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01179 |
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
MALLARD LAKE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bolins Pond?
Bolins Pond 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 Pond?
Bolins Pond is owned by MALLARD LAKE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bolins Pond built?
Bolins Pond was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Pond?
Bolins Pond 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 Pond?
Bolins Pond 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 Bolins Pond last inspected?
Bolins Pond was last inspected on October 19, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.