Cranshaw Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Cranshaw Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 46.1% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01485 |
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
OTIS BRANHAM
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cranshaw Pond Dam?
Cranshaw Pond 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 Cranshaw Pond Dam?
Cranshaw Pond Dam is owned by OTIS BRANHAM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cranshaw Pond Dam built?
Cranshaw Pond Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Cranshaw Pond Dam?
Cranshaw 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 Cranshaw Pond Dam?
Cranshaw Pond Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Cranshaw Pond Dam last inspected?
Cranshaw Pond Dam was last inspected on March 24, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.