Hendricks Pond Dam

TR-BURDINE CREEK· Pickens, South Carolina· Built 1974· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Hendricks Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 62.5% in SC)
Max Storage165 acre-ft
Normal Storage123 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Year Completed1974 (52 years old)
NID IDSC01389

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 29, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

MONTAGUE LAKE OWNERS ASSOCIATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hendricks Pond Dam?

Hendricks 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 Hendricks Pond Dam?

Hendricks Pond Dam is owned by MONTAGUE LAKE OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hendricks Pond Dam built?

Hendricks Pond Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Hendricks Pond Dam?

Hendricks 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 Hendricks Pond Dam?

Hendricks Pond Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Hendricks Pond Dam last inspected?

Hendricks Pond Dam was last inspected on June 29, 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.