Gro-Mor Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Gro-Mor Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 67% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 142 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 106 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01818 |
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
CRAWFORD LAKE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gro-Mor Pond Dam?
Gro-Mor 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 Gro-Mor Pond Dam?
Gro-Mor Pond Dam is owned by CRAWFORD LAKE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gro-Mor Pond Dam built?
Gro-Mor Pond Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Gro-Mor Pond Dam?
Gro-Mor Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Gro-Mor Pond Dam?
Gro-Mor Pond Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Gro-Mor Pond Dam last inspected?
Gro-Mor Pond Dam was last inspected on June 2, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.