Dew Fresh Pond 1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Dew Fresh Pond 1 Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 46.1% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01477 |
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
PRESTAGE FARM OF SC LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dew Fresh Pond 1 Dam?
Dew Fresh Pond 1 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 Dew Fresh Pond 1 Dam?
Dew Fresh Pond 1 Dam is owned by PRESTAGE FARM OF SC LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dew Fresh Pond 1 Dam built?
Dew Fresh Pond 1 Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Dew Fresh Pond 1 Dam?
Dew Fresh Pond 1 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 Dew Fresh Pond 1 Dam?
Dew Fresh Pond 1 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 Dew Fresh Pond 1 Dam last inspected?
Dew Fresh Pond 1 Dam was last inspected on March 27, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.