Fuller Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Fuller Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 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 | 19 ft (taller than 41.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 441 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 243 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 47 acres |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01676 |
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
SOUTHERN CHEMICAL HAULERS INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fuller Pond Dam?
Fuller 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 Fuller Pond Dam?
Fuller Pond Dam is owned by SOUTHERN CHEMICAL HAULERS INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fuller Pond Dam built?
Fuller Pond Dam was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Fuller Pond Dam?
Fuller 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 Fuller Pond Dam?
Fuller Pond Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Fuller Pond Dam last inspected?
Fuller Pond Dam was last inspected on November 15, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.