Etheredge Millpond Dam
Key Takeaway
Etheredge Millpond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. 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 | 18 ft (taller than 37.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 149 acres |
| NID ID | SC00401 |
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
JOSEPH NANCE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Etheredge Millpond Dam?
Etheredge Millpond 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 Etheredge Millpond Dam?
Etheredge Millpond Dam is owned by JOSEPH NANCE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Etheredge Millpond Dam?
Etheredge Millpond 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 Etheredge Millpond Dam?
Etheredge Millpond Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Etheredge Millpond Dam last inspected?
Etheredge Millpond Dam was last inspected on March 28, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.