Clark Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Clark Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 14.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01127 |
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
CHALMERS A CARR III;CHALMERS R CARR III
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Clark Pond Dam?
Clark 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 Clark Pond Dam?
Clark Pond Dam is owned by CHALMERS A CARR III;CHALMERS R CARR III (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clark Pond Dam built?
Clark Pond Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Clark Pond Dam?
Clark 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 Clark Pond Dam?
Clark Pond Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Clark Pond Dam last inspected?
Clark Pond Dam was last inspected on August 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.