Goodson Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Goodson Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 78.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 284 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 224 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01990 |
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
FRANCIS MARION UNIVERSITY
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Goodson Pond Dam?
Goodson 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 Goodson Pond Dam?
Goodson Pond Dam is owned by FRANCIS MARION UNIVERSITY (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Goodson Pond Dam built?
Goodson Pond Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Goodson Pond Dam?
Goodson 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 Goodson Pond Dam?
Goodson Pond Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Goodson Pond Dam last inspected?
Goodson Pond Dam was last inspected on November 8, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.