Gibson'S Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Gibson'S Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 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 | 6 ft (taller than 0.1% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 240 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00169 |
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
TOWN OF LEXINGTON
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Gibson'S Pond Dam?
Gibson'S Pond 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 Gibson'S Pond Dam?
Gibson'S Pond Dam is owned by TOWN OF LEXINGTON (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gibson'S Pond Dam built?
Gibson'S Pond Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Gibson'S Pond Dam?
Gibson'S 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 Gibson'S Pond Dam?
Gibson'S Pond Dam has a dam height of 6 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 Gibson'S Pond Dam last inspected?
Gibson'S Pond Dam was last inspected on May 25, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.