George Lewis Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
George Lewis Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 14.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01656 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
GAIL C LAWRIMORE AND STACEY L HOWELL;PERCY B LAWRIMORE JR
Private
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Low Hazard 14 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of George Lewis Pond Dam?
George Lewis 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 George Lewis Pond Dam?
George Lewis Pond Dam is owned by GAIL C LAWRIMORE AND STACEY L HOWELL;PERCY B LAWRIMORE JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was George Lewis Pond Dam built?
George Lewis Pond Dam was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 George Lewis Pond Dam?
George Lewis 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 George Lewis Pond Dam?
George Lewis Pond Dam has a dam height of 13 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 George Lewis Pond Dam last inspected?
George Lewis Pond Dam was last inspected on November 16, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.