Hurst Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Hurst Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 33.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01882 |
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
MACK E AND ANN F ATKINSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hurst Pond Dam?
Hurst 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 Hurst Pond Dam?
Hurst Pond Dam is owned by MACK E AND ANN F ATKINSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hurst Pond Dam built?
Hurst Pond Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Hurst Pond Dam?
Hurst Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hurst Pond Dam?
Hurst Pond Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Hurst Pond Dam last inspected?
Hurst Pond Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.