Gillespie Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Gillespie Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 46.1% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01413 |
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
STATEBURG HILLS I LAKE CORP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gillespie Pond Dam?
Gillespie 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 Gillespie Pond Dam?
Gillespie Pond Dam is owned by STATEBURG HILLS I LAKE CORP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gillespie Pond Dam built?
Gillespie Pond Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Gillespie Pond Dam?
Gillespie 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 Gillespie Pond Dam?
Gillespie Pond Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Gillespie Pond Dam last inspected?
Gillespie Pond Dam was last inspected on April 18, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.