Copeland Pond Dam

TR-LYNCHES RIVER· Lee, South Carolina· Built 1959· 12 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Copeland Pond Dam is classified as unknown in South Carolina. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 11% in SC)
Max Storage81 acre-ft
Normal Storage26 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Year Completed1959 (67 years old)
NID IDSC01506

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 25, 2021
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Copeland Pond Dam?

Copeland Pond Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Copeland Pond Dam?

Copeland Pond Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Copeland Pond Dam built?

Copeland Pond Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Copeland Pond Dam?

Copeland 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 Copeland Pond Dam?

Copeland Pond Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Copeland Pond Dam last inspected?

Copeland Pond Dam was last inspected on August 25, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.