Hb Davis Pond Dam

TR-JORDAN CREEK· Spartanburg, South Carolina· Built 1963· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Hb Davis Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 33.8% in SC)
Max Storage64 acre-ft
Normal Storage48 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Year Completed1963 (63 years old)
NID IDSC02242

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: June 2, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

TYSON H WADDELL

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hb Davis Pond Dam?

Hb Davis 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 Hb Davis Pond Dam?

Hb Davis Pond Dam is owned by TYSON H WADDELL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hb Davis Pond Dam built?

Hb Davis Pond Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Hb Davis Pond Dam?

Hb Davis 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 Hb Davis Pond Dam?

Hb Davis 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 Hb Davis Pond Dam last inspected?

Hb Davis Pond Dam was last inspected on June 2, 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.