Gadden Pond Dam

TR-SQUIRREL CREEK· Calhoun, South Carolina· Built 1965· 23 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Gadden Pond Dam is classified as unknown in South Carolina. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 56.3% in SC)
Max Storage62 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDSC01581

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 7, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Gadden Pond Dam?

Gadden Pond Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Gadden Pond Dam?

Gadden Pond Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Gadden Pond Dam built?

Gadden Pond Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Gadden Pond Dam?

Gadden 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 Gadden Pond Dam?

Gadden Pond Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Gadden Pond Dam last inspected?

Gadden Pond Dam was last inspected on March 7, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.