Bowers Pond Dam

TR-CATAWBA RIVER· Lancaster, South Carolina· Built 1960· 35 ft tall
Unknown Irrigation Recreation Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Bowers Pond Dam is classified as unknown in South Carolina. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 35 ft (taller than 87.9% in SC)
Max Storage203 acre-ft
Normal Storage170 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDSC00125

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 30, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bowers Pond Dam?

Bowers Pond Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Bowers Pond Dam?

Bowers Pond Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bowers Pond Dam built?

Bowers Pond Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Bowers Pond Dam?

Bowers Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Bowers Pond Dam?

Bowers Pond Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Bowers Pond Dam last inspected?

Bowers Pond Dam was last inspected on August 30, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.