Dillon-Metts Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Dillon-Metts Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 33.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| NID ID | SC02524 |
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
LYNNE DILLON AND SUSAN ELMORE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dillon-Metts Pond Dam?
Dillon-Metts 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 Dillon-Metts Pond Dam?
Dillon-Metts Pond Dam is owned by LYNNE DILLON AND SUSAN ELMORE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Dillon-Metts Pond Dam?
Dillon-Metts 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 Dillon-Metts Pond Dam?
Dillon-Metts Pond Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Dillon-Metts Pond Dam last inspected?
Dillon-Metts Pond Dam was last inspected on July 13, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.