Grants Millpond Dam
Key Takeaway
Grants Millpond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 | 7 ft (taller than 0.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 238 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 121 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 56 acres |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02072 |
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
ROBERT A COHEN AND CHRIS CHARLES LAMBERT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Grants Millpond Dam?
Grants Millpond 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 Grants Millpond Dam?
Grants Millpond Dam is owned by ROBERT A COHEN AND CHRIS CHARLES LAMBERT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Grants Millpond Dam built?
Grants Millpond Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Grants Millpond Dam?
Grants Millpond Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Grants Millpond Dam?
Grants Millpond Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Grants Millpond Dam last inspected?
Grants Millpond Dam was last inspected on December 15, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.