Green Pond Dam

TR-SADDLER SWAMP· Calhoun, South Carolina· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Green Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 11% in SC)
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
NID IDSC01582

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 16, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

AFNOCO LLC;JJ DETWEILER INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Green Pond Dam?

Green 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 Green Pond Dam?

Green Pond Dam is owned by AFNOCO LLC;JJ DETWEILER INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Green Pond Dam?

Green 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 Green Pond Dam?

Green Pond Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Green Pond Dam last inspected?

Green Pond Dam was last inspected on March 16, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.