Holmes Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Holmes Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 91.5% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 283 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 244 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01123 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BEN WATSON;DOLLIE H VINES TRUSTEE OF DOLLIE H VINES LIVING TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Holmes Pond Dam?
Holmes Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Holmes Pond Dam?
Holmes Pond Dam is owned by BEN WATSON;DOLLIE H VINES TRUSTEE OF DOLLIE H VINES LIVING TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Holmes Pond Dam built?
Holmes 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 Holmes Pond Dam?
Holmes Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Holmes Pond Dam?
Holmes Pond Dam has a dam height of 39 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 Holmes Pond Dam last inspected?
Holmes Pond Dam was last inspected on January 23, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.