Boykin Millpond Dam
Key Takeaway
Boykin Millpond Dam is classified as significant hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1880 and is 146 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 11% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 960 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 720 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 100 acres |
| Year Completed | 1880 (146 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00461 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ALICE S BOYKIN BELGER CO-TRUSTEE OF THE LW BOYKIN II RESIDUARY TRUST;CHERYL HOLLAND CO-TRUSTEE OF THE LW BOYKIN II RESIDUARY TRUST;MARY D WORTLEY CO-TRUSTEE OF THE LW BOYKIN II RESIDUARY TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Boykin Millpond Dam?
Boykin Millpond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Boykin Millpond Dam?
Boykin Millpond Dam is owned by ALICE S BOYKIN BELGER CO-TRUSTEE OF THE LW BOYKIN II RESIDUARY TRUST;CHERYL HOLLAND CO-TRUSTEE OF THE LW BOYKIN II RESIDUARY TRUST;MARY D WORTLEY CO-TRUSTEE OF THE LW BOYKIN II RESIDUARY TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Boykin Millpond Dam built?
Boykin Millpond Dam was completed in 1880, making it 146 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 Boykin Millpond Dam?
Boykin 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 Boykin Millpond Dam?
Boykin Millpond Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Boykin Millpond Dam last inspected?
Boykin Millpond Dam was last inspected on April 14, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.