Dr Taylors Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Dr Taylors Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 87.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01210 |
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
MADISON TRUST COMPANY CUSTODIAN FBO CHARLES L BONES
Private
Nearby Dams
Willamette Industries Dam
Fairfield, SC
Low Hazard 27 ftWhiteoak Con Center Dam
Fairfield, SC
Low Hazard 29 ftWomens Missionary Dam
Fairfield, SC
Low Hazard 24 ftSabie Cathcart Dam
Fairfield, SC
Low Hazard 25 ftWateree Creek WCD Dam 1
Fairfield, SC
Low Hazard 42 ftWateree Creek WCD Dam 4
Fairfield, SC
Low Hazard 41 ftWateree Creek WCD Dam 2
Fairfield, SC
Low Hazard 40 ftWateree Creek WCD Dam 3
Fairfield, SC
Low Hazard 39 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Dr Taylors Pond Dam?
Dr Taylors 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 Dr Taylors Pond Dam?
Dr Taylors Pond Dam is owned by MADISON TRUST COMPANY CUSTODIAN FBO CHARLES L BONES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dr Taylors Pond Dam built?
Dr Taylors Pond Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Dr Taylors Pond Dam?
Dr Taylors 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 Dr Taylors Pond Dam?
Dr Taylors Pond Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Dr Taylors Pond Dam last inspected?
Dr Taylors Pond Dam was last inspected on April 28, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.