Hilton House Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Hilton House Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 59.6% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01469 |
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
LIBERTY HILL LAND & TIMBER LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hilton House Pond Dam?
Hilton House 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 Hilton House Pond Dam?
Hilton House Pond Dam is owned by LIBERTY HILL LAND & TIMBER LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hilton House Pond Dam built?
Hilton House Pond Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Hilton House Pond Dam?
Hilton House 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 Hilton House Pond Dam?
Hilton House Pond Dam 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 Hilton House Pond Dam last inspected?
Hilton House Pond Dam was last inspected on March 30, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.