Crider Pond Dam

LITTLE BEAVER CREEK· Calhoun, South Carolina· Built 1935· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Crider Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 37.9% in SC)
Max Storage132 acre-ft
Normal Storage62 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Year Completed1935 (91 years old)
NID IDSC00569

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 23, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

CAROLINE C WORESENCROFT

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Crider Pond Dam?

Crider 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 Crider Pond Dam?

Crider Pond Dam is owned by CAROLINE C WORESENCROFT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Crider Pond Dam built?

Crider Pond Dam was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Crider Pond Dam?

Crider 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 Crider Pond Dam?

Crider Pond Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Crider Pond Dam last inspected?

Crider Pond Dam was last inspected on March 23, 2017. 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.