D.O.E. Savannah River Par Pond Lower Dam
Key Takeaway
D.O.E. Savannah River Par Pond Lower Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is other. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 66 ft (taller than 98.5% in SC) |
| Dam Length | 4,470 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 77.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2,640 acres |
| Drainage Area | 36 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,340 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1994 |
| NID ID | SC83401 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
DOE SAVANNAH RIVER
Federal Government
Nearby Dams
D.O.E. Savannah River Pond C
Barnwell, SC
Low Hazard 47 ftD.O.E. Savannah River Pond 5
Barnwell, SC
Low Hazard 15 ftD.O.E. Savannah River Pond B
Barnwell, SC
Low Hazard 50 ftD.O.E. Savannah River Pond 2
Barnwell, SC
Low Hazard 23 ftHandberry Pond Dam
Barnwell, SC
Low Hazard 18 ftOwens Pond Dam
Barnwell, SC
Significant Hazard 13 ftWilliam Bolen Dam
Barnwell, SC
High Hazard 23 ftBolens Fishing Lake Dam
Barnwell, SC
Low Hazard 20 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of D.O.E. Savannah River Par Pond Lower Dam?
D.O.E. Savannah River Par Pond Lower Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates D.O.E. Savannah River Par Pond Lower Dam?
D.O.E. Savannah River Par Pond Lower Dam is owned by DOE SAVANNAH RIVER (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was D.O.E. Savannah River Par Pond Lower Dam built?
D.O.E. Savannah River Par Pond Lower Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 D.O.E. Savannah River Par Pond Lower Dam?
D.O.E. Savannah River Par Pond Lower Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is D.O.E. Savannah River Par Pond Lower Dam?
D.O.E. Savannah River Par Pond Lower Dam has a dam height of 66 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 D.O.E. Savannah River Par Pond Lower Dam last inspected?
D.O.E. Savannah River Par Pond Lower Dam was last inspected on July 20, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.