Dew Fresh Pond 2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Dew Fresh Pond 2 Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 11% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01479 |
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
CAL-MAINE FARMS INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dew Fresh Pond 2 Dam?
Dew Fresh Pond 2 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 2 Dam?
Dew Fresh Pond 2 Dam is owned by CAL-MAINE FARMS INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dew Fresh Pond 2 Dam built?
Dew Fresh Pond 2 Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 2 Dam?
Dew Fresh Pond 2 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 2 Dam?
Dew Fresh Pond 2 Dam has a dam height of 12 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 2 Dam last inspected?
Dew Fresh Pond 2 Dam was last inspected on March 28, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.