Bridge Creek Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Bridge Creek Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 23.6% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 265 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00292 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
HORSE CREEK TRUST RESOURCE MANAGEMENT;NORFOLK SOUTHERN RAILWAY COMPANY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bridge Creek Pond Dam?
Bridge Creek Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Bridge Creek Pond Dam?
Bridge Creek Pond Dam is owned by HORSE CREEK TRUST RESOURCE MANAGEMENT;NORFOLK SOUTHERN RAILWAY COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bridge Creek Pond Dam built?
Bridge Creek 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 Bridge Creek Pond Dam?
Bridge Creek Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bridge Creek Pond Dam?
Bridge Creek 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 Bridge Creek Pond Dam last inspected?
Bridge Creek Pond Dam was last inspected on July 10, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.