City Lake Farm Pond
Key Takeaway
City Lake Farm Pond is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 81.4% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01381 |
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
DON T BOBO TRUSTEE OF THE CITY LAKE FARM TRUST
Private
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Significant Hazard 29 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of City Lake Farm Pond?
City Lake Farm 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 City Lake Farm Pond?
City Lake Farm Pond is owned by DON T BOBO TRUSTEE OF THE CITY LAKE FARM TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was City Lake Farm Pond built?
City Lake Farm Pond was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 City Lake Farm Pond?
City Lake Farm 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 City Lake Farm Pond?
City Lake Farm Pond 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 City Lake Farm Pond last inspected?
City Lake Farm Pond was last inspected on June 20, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.