Bowers Pond Dam

TR-LITTLE LYNCHES RIVER· Kershaw, South Carolina· Built 1969· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Bowers Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 59.6% in SC)
Max Storage94 acre-ft
Normal Storage58 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Year Completed1969 (57 years old)
NID IDSC01470

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 28, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

ATTRUS C BOWERS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bowers Pond Dam?

Bowers 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 Bowers Pond Dam?

Bowers Pond Dam is owned by ATTRUS C BOWERS (Private). 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 1969, making it 57 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: 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 24 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 March 28, 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.