Ehlers Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Ehlers Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 2015 and is 11 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 89.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Year Completed | 2015 (11 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01725 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
JOHN HERBERT EHLERS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ehlers Pond Dam?
Ehlers Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Ehlers Pond Dam?
Ehlers Pond Dam is owned by JOHN HERBERT EHLERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ehlers Pond Dam built?
Ehlers Pond Dam was completed in 2015, making it 11 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 Ehlers Pond Dam?
Ehlers 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 Ehlers Pond Dam?
Ehlers Pond Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Ehlers Pond Dam last inspected?
Ehlers Pond Dam was last inspected on January 12, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.