Brooks Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Brooks Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 25 ft (taller than 62.5% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01787 |
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
ESTATES AT GOVERNOR'S LAKE HOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION;NEELY FARM HOMEOWNERS ASSOC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brooks Pond Dam?
Brooks 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 Brooks Pond Dam?
Brooks Pond Dam is owned by ESTATES AT GOVERNOR'S LAKE HOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION;NEELY FARM HOMEOWNERS ASSOC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brooks Pond Dam built?
Brooks 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 Brooks Pond Dam?
Brooks 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 Brooks Pond Dam?
Brooks Pond Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Brooks Pond Dam last inspected?
Brooks Pond Dam was last inspected on March 22, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.