Duffies Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Duffies Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 720 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 480 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 120 acres |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00064 |
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
CONGAREE BLUFF FARM LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Duffies Pond Dam?
Duffies 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 Duffies Pond Dam?
Duffies Pond Dam is owned by CONGAREE BLUFF FARM LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Duffies Pond Dam built?
Duffies Pond Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Duffies Pond Dam?
Duffies 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 Duffies Pond Dam?
Duffies Pond Dam has a dam height of 7 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.