Kent-Lepard Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Kent-Lepard Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in South Carolina. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 77.1% in SC) |
| Max Storage | 179 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | SC01143 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
DANNY AND MELANIE LEPARD;MICHELLE AND PHILLIP KRATZER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kent-Lepard Pond Dam?
Kent-Lepard Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Kent-Lepard Pond Dam?
Kent-Lepard Pond Dam is owned by DANNY AND MELANIE LEPARD;MICHELLE AND PHILLIP KRATZER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kent-Lepard Pond Dam built?
Kent-Lepard Pond Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Kent-Lepard Pond Dam?
Kent-Lepard 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 Kent-Lepard Pond Dam?
Kent-Lepard Pond Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Kent-Lepard Pond Dam last inspected?
Kent-Lepard Pond Dam was last inspected on March 30, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.