Flemings Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Flemings Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 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 | 15 ft (taller than 23.6% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02131 |
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
ANTONIO BOYLE;LOUIE ARGOE ESTATE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Flemings Pond Dam?
Flemings 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 Flemings Pond Dam?
Flemings Pond Dam is owned by ANTONIO BOYLE;LOUIE ARGOE ESTATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Flemings Pond Dam built?
Flemings Pond Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Flemings Pond Dam?
Flemings 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 Flemings Pond Dam?
Flemings Pond Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Flemings Pond Dam last inspected?
Flemings Pond Dam was last inspected on March 2, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.