Cooley Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Cooley Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 74.2% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02245 |
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
ELIZABETH S COOLEY TRUSTEE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cooley Pond Dam?
Cooley 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 Cooley Pond Dam?
Cooley Pond Dam is owned by ELIZABETH S COOLEY TRUSTEE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cooley Pond Dam built?
Cooley Pond Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Cooley Pond Dam?
Cooley 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 Cooley Pond Dam?
Cooley Pond Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Cooley Pond Dam last inspected?
Cooley Pond Dam was last inspected on July 15, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.