Keller Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Keller Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 43 ft (taller than 94.1% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | SC02567 |
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
MARY KELLER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Keller Pond Dam?
Keller 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 Keller Pond Dam?
Keller Pond Dam is owned by MARY KELLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Keller Pond Dam built?
Keller Pond Dam was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Keller Pond Dam?
Keller Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Keller Pond Dam?
Keller Pond Dam has a dam height of 43 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 Keller Pond Dam last inspected?
Keller Pond Dam was last inspected on May 30, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.