Gaddys Millpond

SMITH SWAMP· Marion, South Carolina· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Gaddys Millpond is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 11% in SC)
Max Storage231 acre-ft
Normal Storage126 acre-ft
NID IDSC01809

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: December 3, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

WILLIAM ARTHUR HEERING

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Gaddys Millpond?

Gaddys Millpond is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Gaddys Millpond?

Gaddys Millpond is owned by WILLIAM ARTHUR HEERING (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Gaddys Millpond?

Gaddys Millpond 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 Gaddys Millpond?

Gaddys Millpond has a dam height of 12 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 Gaddys Millpond last inspected?

Gaddys Millpond was last inspected on December 3, 2015. 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.