Carey Frick Pond Dam

TR-DYE CREEK· Saluda, South Carolina· 31 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Carey Frick Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 31 ft (taller than 81.4% in SC)
Max Storage110 acre-ft
Normal Storage82 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
NID IDSC03530

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 11, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

TITAN FARMS LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Carey Frick Pond Dam?

Carey Frick 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 Carey Frick Pond Dam?

Carey Frick Pond Dam is owned by TITAN FARMS LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Carey Frick Pond Dam?

Carey Frick Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Carey Frick Pond Dam?

Carey Frick Pond Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Carey Frick Pond Dam last inspected?

Carey Frick Pond Dam was last inspected on October 11, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.