Capers Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Capers Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 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 | 29 ft (taller than 77.1% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 460 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 239 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01151 |
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
CAROLYN C BAGGOTT ET AL;JEAN CAPERS BEALL;MARY CAPERS HAVRON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Capers Pond Dam?
Capers 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 Capers Pond Dam?
Capers Pond Dam is owned by CAROLYN C BAGGOTT ET AL;JEAN CAPERS BEALL;MARY CAPERS HAVRON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Capers Pond Dam built?
Capers Pond Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Capers Pond Dam?
Capers Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Capers Pond Dam?
Capers Pond Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Capers Pond Dam last inspected?
Capers Pond Dam was last inspected on March 15, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.