Furse Millpond Dam
Key Takeaway
Furse Millpond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 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 | 14 ft (taller than 19.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01542 |
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
CORDELIA SHRAMEK;JAMES FURSE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Furse Millpond Dam?
Furse 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 Furse Millpond Dam?
Furse Millpond Dam is owned by CORDELIA SHRAMEK;JAMES FURSE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Furse Millpond Dam built?
Furse Millpond Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Furse Millpond Dam?
Furse 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 Furse Millpond Dam?
Furse Millpond Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Furse Millpond Dam last inspected?
Furse Millpond Dam was last inspected on October 10, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.