Curtis Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Curtis Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 23.6% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 98 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02078 |
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
WALTER STURDIVANT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Curtis Pond Dam?
Curtis 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 Curtis Pond Dam?
Curtis Pond Dam is owned by WALTER STURDIVANT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Curtis Pond Dam built?
Curtis Pond Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Curtis Pond Dam?
Curtis 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 Curtis Pond Dam?
Curtis Pond Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Curtis Pond Dam last inspected?
Curtis Pond Dam was last inspected on November 8, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.