Dibbles Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Dibbles Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 78.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02595 |
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
LYNN F SMITH REVOCABLE TRUST;VALE ESTATE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dibbles Pond Dam?
Dibbles 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 Dibbles Pond Dam?
Dibbles Pond Dam is owned by LYNN F SMITH REVOCABLE TRUST;VALE ESTATE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dibbles Pond Dam built?
Dibbles Pond Dam was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 Dibbles Pond Dam?
Dibbles Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dibbles Pond Dam?
Dibbles Pond Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Dibbles Pond Dam last inspected?
Dibbles Pond Dam was last inspected on December 6, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.