Collums Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Collums Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 19.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 168 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01672 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BATES FAMILY TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Collums Pond Dam?
Collums Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Collums Pond Dam?
Collums Pond Dam is owned by BATES FAMILY TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Collums Pond Dam built?
Collums 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 Collums Pond Dam?
Collums Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Collums Pond Dam?
Collums Pond 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 Pond Dam last inspected?
Collums Pond Dam was last inspected on December 6, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.