Covington Millpond Dam
Key Takeaway
Covington Millpond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 8.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 400 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00645 |
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
JOHN R NOBLES TRUSTEE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Covington Millpond Dam?
Covington 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 Covington Millpond Dam?
Covington Millpond Dam is owned by JOHN R NOBLES TRUSTEE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Covington Millpond Dam built?
Covington Millpond Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Covington Millpond Dam?
Covington Millpond 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 Covington Millpond Dam?
Covington Millpond Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Covington Millpond Dam last inspected?
Covington Millpond Dam was last inspected on September 28, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.