Halls Pond Dam

TR-CLOUDS CREEK· Saluda, South Carolina· Built 1958· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Halls Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 33.8% in SC)
Max Storage86 acre-ft
Normal Storage46 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Year Completed1958 (68 years old)
NID IDSC01249

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: October 12, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

ANTHONY TONY HALL

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Halls Pond Dam?

Halls 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 Halls Pond Dam?

Halls Pond Dam is owned by ANTHONY TONY HALL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Halls Pond Dam built?

Halls 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 Halls Pond Dam?

Halls Pond Dam 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 Halls Pond Dam?

Halls Pond Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Halls Pond Dam last inspected?

Halls Pond Dam was last inspected on October 12, 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.