Harrison Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Harrison Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 28.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01128 |
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
RICHARD W BURNETT JR LIVING TRUST AND LAUREN O'BRIEN BURNETT TRUSTEE OF THE LAUREN O'BRIEN BURNETT LIVING TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Harrison Pond Dam?
Harrison Pond 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 Harrison Pond Dam?
Harrison Pond Dam is owned by RICHARD W BURNETT JR LIVING TRUST AND LAUREN O'BRIEN BURNETT TRUSTEE OF THE LAUREN O'BRIEN BURNETT LIVING TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Harrison Pond Dam built?
Harrison Pond Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Harrison Pond Dam?
Harrison Pond Dam 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 Harrison Pond Dam?
Harrison Pond Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Harrison Pond Dam last inspected?
Harrison Pond Dam was last inspected on April 20, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.