Brakefield Pond Dam

TR-CAW CAW SWAMP· Calhoun, South Carolina· Built 1971· 15 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Brakefield Pond Dam is classified as unknown in South Carolina. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 23.6% in SC)
Max Storage51 acre-ft
Normal Storage31 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)
NID IDSC01572

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: March 13, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Brakefield Pond Dam?

Brakefield 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 Brakefield Pond Dam?

Brakefield 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 Brakefield Pond Dam built?

Brakefield Pond Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Brakefield Pond Dam?

Brakefield 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 Brakefield Pond Dam?

Brakefield Pond Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Brakefield Pond Dam last inspected?

Brakefield Pond Dam was last inspected on March 13, 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.