Cudds Creek Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Cudds Creek Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 67% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02248 |
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
KENNETH DAVIS AND JOYCE DAVIS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cudds Creek Pond Dam?
Cudds Creek 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 Cudds Creek Pond Dam?
Cudds Creek Pond Dam is owned by KENNETH DAVIS AND JOYCE DAVIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cudds Creek Pond Dam built?
Cudds Creek Pond Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Cudds Creek Pond Dam?
Cudds Creek 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 Cudds Creek Pond Dam?
Cudds Creek Pond Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Cudds Creek Pond Dam last inspected?
Cudds Creek Pond Dam was last inspected on May 31, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.