James Mason Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
James Mason Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 70.9% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 273 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 31 acres |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01203 |
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
MASON M TRENT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of James Mason Pond Dam?
James Mason 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 James Mason Pond Dam?
James Mason Pond Dam is owned by MASON M TRENT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was James Mason Pond Dam built?
James Mason Pond Dam was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 James Mason Pond Dam?
James Mason 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 James Mason Pond Dam?
James Mason Pond Dam has a dam height of 27 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 James Mason Pond Dam last inspected?
James Mason Pond Dam was last inspected on April 19, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.