Collums Millpond Dam
Key Takeaway
Collums Millpond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 19.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 154 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00386 |
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
WILLIAM T COLLUM LIFE ESTATE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Collums Millpond Dam?
Collums Millpond 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 Collums Millpond Dam?
Collums Millpond Dam is owned by WILLIAM T COLLUM LIFE ESTATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Collums Millpond Dam built?
Collums Millpond Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Collums Millpond Dam?
Collums Millpond 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 Collums Millpond Dam?
Collums Millpond Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Collums Millpond Dam last inspected?
Collums Millpond Dam was last inspected on July 31, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.