Clifton Mills Pond 2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Clifton Mills Pond 2 Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1888 and is 138 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 28.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 220 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Year Completed | 1888 (138 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01062 |
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 COUNTY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Clifton Mills Pond 2 Dam?
Clifton Mills Pond 2 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 2 Dam?
Clifton Mills Pond 2 Dam is owned by SPARTANBURG COUNTY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clifton Mills Pond 2 Dam built?
Clifton Mills Pond 2 Dam was completed in 1888, making it 138 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 Clifton Mills Pond 2 Dam?
Clifton Mills Pond 2 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 2 Dam?
Clifton Mills Pond 2 Dam has a dam height of 16 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 2 Dam last inspected?
Clifton Mills Pond 2 Dam was last inspected on June 7, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.