Harrells Millpond Dam
Key Takeaway
Harrells Millpond Dam is classified as significant hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 5 ft |
| Max Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 34 acres |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00620 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ALEXANDER C WEST;DAVID WILLIAM HOWELL;MARTIN S AND KAREN W DRIGGERS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Harrells Millpond Dam?
Harrells Millpond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Harrells Millpond Dam?
Harrells Millpond Dam is owned by ALEXANDER C WEST;DAVID WILLIAM HOWELL;MARTIN S AND KAREN W DRIGGERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Harrells Millpond Dam built?
Harrells Millpond Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Harrells Millpond Dam?
Harrells Millpond Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Harrells Millpond Dam?
Harrells Millpond Dam has a dam height of 5 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 Harrells Millpond Dam last inspected?
Harrells Millpond Dam was last inspected on February 23, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.