Harshaw Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Harshaw Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 37.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02149 |
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
AJLM LLC;MALCOLM H HARSHAW
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Harshaw Pond Dam?
Harshaw 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 Harshaw Pond Dam?
Harshaw Pond Dam is owned by AJLM LLC;MALCOLM H HARSHAW (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Harshaw Pond Dam built?
Harshaw Pond Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Harshaw Pond Dam?
Harshaw 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 Harshaw Pond Dam?
Harshaw Pond Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Harshaw Pond Dam last inspected?
Harshaw Pond Dam was last inspected on August 30, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.