Cudds Pond Dam

TR-HUGHES CREEK· Union, South Carolina· Built 1958· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Cudds Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 46.1% in SC)
Max Storage70 acre-ft
Normal Storage51 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Year Completed1958 (68 years old)
NID IDSC01519

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: September 19, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

TOMMY AND JEWEL BETHEL CRUMLEY CUDD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cudds Pond Dam?

Cudds 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 Pond Dam?

Cudds Pond Dam is owned by TOMMY AND JEWEL BETHEL CRUMLEY CUDD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Cudds Pond Dam built?

Cudds Pond Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Pond Dam?

Cudds Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Cudds Pond Dam?

Cudds 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 Cudds Pond Dam last inspected?

Cudds Pond Dam was last inspected on September 19, 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.