Jon Prince Dam

LOG CREEK· Edgefield, South Carolina· Built 1996· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Jon Prince Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 33.8% in SC)
Max Storage89 acre-ft
Normal Storage45 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Year Completed1996 (30 years old)
NID IDSC02734

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 25, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: SC DHEC

Ownership

KAREN PRINCE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jon Prince Dam?

Jon Prince 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 Jon Prince Dam?

Jon Prince Dam is owned by KAREN PRINCE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Jon Prince Dam built?

Jon Prince Dam was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Jon Prince Dam?

Jon Prince Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Jon Prince Dam?

Jon Prince 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 Jon Prince Dam last inspected?

Jon Prince Dam was last inspected on July 25, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.