Clifton Mills Pond 1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Clifton Mills Pond 1 Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 41.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 275 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| NID ID | SC01061 |
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
SPARTANBURG WATER WORKS
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Clifton Mills Pond 1 Dam?
Clifton Mills Pond 1 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 Clifton Mills Pond 1 Dam?
Clifton Mills Pond 1 Dam is owned by SPARTANBURG WATER WORKS (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Clifton Mills Pond 1 Dam?
Clifton Mills Pond 1 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 Clifton Mills Pond 1 Dam?
Clifton Mills Pond 1 Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Clifton Mills Pond 1 Dam last inspected?
Clifton Mills Pond 1 Dam was last inspected on June 5, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.