Greenslades Pond
Key Takeaway
Greenslades Pond is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 41.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00114 |
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
DAVID G GREENSLADE AND MARY BETH GREENSLADE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Greenslades Pond?
Greenslades Pond 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 Greenslades Pond?
Greenslades Pond is owned by DAVID G GREENSLADE AND MARY BETH GREENSLADE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Greenslades Pond built?
Greenslades Pond was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Greenslades Pond?
Greenslades Pond 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 Greenslades Pond?
Greenslades Pond has a dam height of 19 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 Greenslades Pond last inspected?
Greenslades Pond was last inspected on October 9, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.