Gallagher Pond Dam

BURGESS CREEK· Pickens, South Carolina· Built 1954· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Gallagher Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 1.5% in SC)
Max Storage230 acre-ft
Normal Storage182 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Year Completed1954 (72 years old)
NID IDSC01386

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: June 13, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

VICKI AND LESLIE JAYNE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Gallagher Pond Dam?

Gallagher Pond Dam 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 Gallagher Pond Dam?

Gallagher Pond Dam is owned by VICKI AND LESLIE JAYNE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Gallagher Pond Dam built?

Gallagher Pond Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Gallagher Pond Dam?

Gallagher 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 Gallagher Pond Dam?

Gallagher Pond Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Gallagher Pond Dam last inspected?

Gallagher Pond Dam was last inspected on June 13, 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.