Gwinns Pond
Key Takeaway
Gwinns Pond is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. 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 | 23 ft (taller than 56.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 268 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 158 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00094 |
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
JOHN C GWINN JR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gwinns Pond?
Gwinns Pond 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 Gwinns Pond?
Gwinns Pond is owned by JOHN C GWINN JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gwinns Pond built?
Gwinns Pond was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Gwinns Pond?
Gwinns Pond serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Gwinns Pond?
Gwinns Pond has a dam height of 23 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 Gwinns Pond last inspected?
Gwinns Pond was last inspected on March 16, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.