Burton Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Burton Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. 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 | 14 ft (taller than 19.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01245 |
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
ANNETTE S BURTON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Burton Pond Dam?
Burton 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 Burton Pond Dam?
Burton Pond Dam is owned by ANNETTE S BURTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Burton Pond Dam built?
Burton Pond Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Burton Pond Dam?
Burton Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Burton Pond Dam?
Burton Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Burton Pond Dam last inspected?
Burton Pond Dam was last inspected on December 8, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.