Brumbach Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Brumbach Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 56.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01846 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
CHARLES K COX
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brumbach Pond Dam?
Brumbach 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 Brumbach Pond Dam?
Brumbach Pond Dam is owned by CHARLES K COX (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brumbach Pond Dam built?
Brumbach Pond Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Brumbach Pond Dam?
Brumbach 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 Brumbach Pond Dam?
Brumbach Pond Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Brumbach Pond Dam last inspected?
Brumbach Pond Dam was last inspected on September 5, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.