E Cauldwell Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
E Cauldwell Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 20 ft (taller than 46.1% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02202 |
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
SHADOWLAKES PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of E Cauldwell Pond Dam?
E Cauldwell Pond 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 E Cauldwell Pond Dam?
E Cauldwell Pond Dam is owned by SHADOWLAKES PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was E Cauldwell Pond Dam built?
E Cauldwell Pond Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 E Cauldwell Pond Dam?
E Cauldwell 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 E Cauldwell Pond Dam?
E Cauldwell Pond Dam has a dam height of 20 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 E Cauldwell Pond Dam last inspected?
E Cauldwell Pond Dam was last inspected on January 30, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.