Graham Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Graham Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 19.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02015 |
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
DEWEY RANDALL SMALL JR
Private
Nearby Dams
Francine Cambell Dam 1
Horry, SC
Low Hazard 20 ftHowles Trailer Park Dam
Horry, SC
Unknown 7 ftStroud Pond Dam
Horry, SC
Unknown 7 ftWayne Hooks Dam
Horry, SC
Low Hazard 8 ftGraham Mill Pond Dam
Horry, SC
High Hazard 13 ftSarvis Pond Dam
Horry, SC
Low Hazard 11 ftMears Pond Dam
Horry, SC
Low Hazard 8 ftMcmillen Upper Pond Dam
Marion, SC
Low Hazard 9 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Graham Pond Dam?
Graham 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 Graham Pond Dam?
Graham Pond Dam is owned by DEWEY RANDALL SMALL JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Graham Pond Dam built?
Graham Pond Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Graham Pond Dam?
Graham 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 Graham Pond Dam?
Graham Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 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.