Charles Hughes Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Charles Hughes Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 50.2% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01122 |
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
EDWARD AND TERRI ADKINSON;MERRIAM HURST
Private
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Low Hazard 21 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Charles Hughes Pond Dam?
Charles Hughes 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 Charles Hughes Pond Dam?
Charles Hughes Pond Dam is owned by EDWARD AND TERRI ADKINSON;MERRIAM HURST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Charles Hughes Pond Dam built?
Charles Hughes Pond Dam was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Charles Hughes Pond Dam?
Charles Hughes Pond Dam 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 Charles Hughes Pond Dam?
Charles Hughes Pond Dam has a dam height of 21 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.