Jasper Morris Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Jasper Morris Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 28.8% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 149 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | SC00376 |
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
ALLEN J MORRIS;HENRY A MORRIS;MARIE M GOODMAN;NELLIE M KING
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jasper Morris Pond Dam?
Jasper Morris 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 Jasper Morris Pond Dam?
Jasper Morris Pond Dam is owned by ALLEN J MORRIS;HENRY A MORRIS;MARIE M GOODMAN;NELLIE M KING (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jasper Morris Pond Dam built?
Jasper Morris Pond Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Jasper Morris Pond Dam?
Jasper Morris Pond Dam serves the following purposes: 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 Jasper Morris Pond Dam?
Jasper Morris Pond Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Jasper Morris Pond Dam last inspected?
Jasper Morris Pond Dam was last inspected on August 11, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.