Caldwells Pond
Key Takeaway
Caldwells Pond is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 33.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00111 |
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
KINNEY D CALDWELL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Caldwells Pond?
Caldwells Pond 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 Caldwells Pond?
Caldwells Pond is owned by KINNEY D CALDWELL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Caldwells Pond built?
Caldwells Pond was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Caldwells Pond?
Caldwells Pond 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 Caldwells Pond?
Caldwells Pond has a dam height of 17 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.