Burnt Factory Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Burnt Factory Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1836 and is 190 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 | 18 ft (taller than 37.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 855 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 491 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 135 acres |
| Year Completed | 1836 (190 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00642 |
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
JOHN GATTON HAMBY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Burnt Factory Pond Dam?
Burnt Factory 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 Burnt Factory Pond Dam?
Burnt Factory Pond Dam is owned by JOHN GATTON HAMBY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Burnt Factory Pond Dam built?
Burnt Factory Pond Dam was completed in 1836, making it 190 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 Burnt Factory Pond Dam?
Burnt Factory 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 Burnt Factory Pond Dam?
Burnt Factory Pond Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Burnt Factory Pond Dam last inspected?
Burnt Factory Pond Dam was last inspected on December 16, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.