Hendersons Pond
Key Takeaway
Hendersons Pond is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 59.6% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01092 |
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
MALLARD HAVEN FARMS LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hendersons Pond?
Hendersons Pond 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 Hendersons Pond?
Hendersons Pond is owned by MALLARD HAVEN FARMS LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hendersons Pond built?
Hendersons Pond was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Hendersons Pond?
Hendersons Pond 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 Hendersons Pond?
Hendersons Pond has a dam height of 24 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 Hendersons Pond last inspected?
Hendersons Pond was last inspected on October 10, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.