Herberts Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Herberts 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 | 23 ft (taller than 56.3% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02066 |
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
CEDAR VALLEY FARM LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Herberts Pond Dam?
Herberts 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 Herberts Pond Dam?
Herberts Pond Dam is owned by CEDAR VALLEY FARM LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Herberts Pond Dam built?
Herberts 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 Herberts Pond Dam?
Herberts 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 Herberts Pond Dam?
Herberts Pond Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Herberts Pond Dam last inspected?
Herberts Pond Dam was last inspected on September 25, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.