Hedden Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Hedden Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 81.4% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 95 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02036 |
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
SARA VERDIN TRUSTEE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hedden Pond Dam?
Hedden 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 Hedden Pond Dam?
Hedden Pond Dam is owned by SARA VERDIN TRUSTEE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hedden Pond Dam built?
Hedden Pond Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Hedden Pond Dam?
Hedden 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 Hedden Pond Dam?
Hedden Pond Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Hedden Pond Dam last inspected?
Hedden Pond Dam was last inspected on September 21, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.